Nutrition Associate I - NBMC (Per Diem, Day)

NorthBay Healthcare Group; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision insurance

Life

Disability

Paid time off including vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Education reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Shift differentials

Market-based compensation review

Job summary

NorthBay Health is seeking a Nutrition Associate I to maintain safety and quality in hospital food service, including hot and cold food prep, tray-line assembly, and patient nourishment delivery. Responsibilities include allergen accuracy, inventory, and retail catering support.

Education requirements include a preferred high school diploma and a current Safe Food Handler’s certificate; one year of healthcare food service experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current Safe Food Handler’s certificate required.
• One year of food service experience in healthcare or institutional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains excellent communication and interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, fellow employees and management as outlined.
• Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality by reporting to work as scheduled, utilizing the Kronos time card system as instructed, and not exceeding departmental limits contained in the policies and procedures.
• Follows all hospital and departmental safety policies to prevent injuries and exposures.
• Meets or exceeds all organizational standards for Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH, Local Department of Health and Environmental Safety agencies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Tools

Kronos time card

Job description

Job Description

At NorthBay Health, the Nutrition Associate I maintains state and federally mandated standards of safety and cleanliness while performing tasks that include but are not limited to: hot & cold food preparation; sanitation of kitchen facilities and equipment, tray-line meal assembly, delivery & retrieval; stocking patient nourishment rooms, other patient care areas & physician lounge; retail & catering food preparation, set‑up & service; cash register operation; receiving, inventory & stocking of food & supplies; and assuring therapeutic diet & allergen accuracy in the delivery of service.

Job Description

At NorthBay Health, the Nutrition Associate I maintains state and federally mandated standards of safety and cleanliness while performing tasks that include but are not limited to: hot & cold food preparation; sanitation of kitchen facilities and equipment, tray-line meal assembly, delivery & retrieval; stocking patient nourishment rooms, other patient care areas & physician lounge; retail & catering food preparation, set‑up & service; cash register operation; receiving, inventory & stocking of food & supplies; and assuring therapeutic diet & allergen accuracy in the delivery of service.

Primary Job Duties

• Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains excellent communication and interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, fellow employees and management as outlined.
• Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality by reporting to work as scheduled, utilizing the Kronos time card system as instructed, and not exceeding departmental limits contained in the policies and procedures.
• Follows all hospital and departmental safety policies to prevent injuries and exposures.
• Meets or exceeds all organizational standards for Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH, Local Department of Health and Environmental Safety agencies.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate preferred

Licensure/Certification: Current Safe Food Handler’s certificate required

Experience

• One-year food service experience, within the last 3 years, with hot and cold food production and customer service required.
• Healthcare or institutional food service food service preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety and infection control procedures

Compensation: posted hourly range includes a per diem differential

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About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance
• life
• disability
• long‑term care coverage
• paid time off including vacation
• sick leave
• holidays
• bereavement
• a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• education reimbursement for eligible roles
• professional development and training programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• wellness programs
• recognition programs
• shift differentials
• market‑based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third‑party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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