Nutrition Services Aide

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is seeking a Nutrition Assistant I to support all aspects of healthcare foodservice operations and provide optimal nutritional care to patients.

You will work alongside facility staff to ensure dietary needs are met and deliver a positive, professional experience for patients, guests, and staff. You will follow food safety standards, prepare and serve meals, manage labels and storage, and perform cashiering, delivery of patient trays, and general kitchen

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No experience necessary.
• If a Food Handler Permit is a requirement by your state, you must obtain it within 30 days of hire or what is required by your state, county or local health code.

Responsibilities

• Follow healthcare foodservice industry standards and regulations, including monitoring food temperatures, preventing cross-contamination, and adhering to strict personal hygiene and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain proper labeling and storage protocols for all food products, equipment, and machinery in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Prepare and serve food based on menu and dietary requirements, utilizing necessary kitchen equipment while remaining knowledgeable of ingredients to address food allergy requests.
• Ensure a high-quality customer experience by following organizational standards for proper meal portioning and aesthetically pleasing presentation.
• Perform essential operational tasks, including cashiering, retail service, cold food preparation, and the assembly, delivery, and retrieval of patient trays.
• Complete necessary utility and maintenance assignments, such as dishwashing, catering support, inventory management, and general cleaning of equipment and work areas.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

Education

High School Diploma

GED or equivalent

Job description

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is seeking a Nutrition Assistant I to support all aspects of healthcare foodservice operations and provide optimal nutritional care to patients.

You will work alongside facility staff to ensure dietary needs are met and deliver a positive, professional experience for patients, guests, and staff. You will follow food safety standards, prepare and serve meals, manage labels and storage, and perform cashiering, delivery of patient trays, and general kitchen