Nutrition Services Assistant

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,144; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Shift Differential Pay

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hagerstown is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to deliver quality food service to patients, employees, and guests while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering meals, maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas, and adhering to health guidelines. Candidates are preferred to have a high school diploma and experience in food service or healthcare. This role offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service, customer service, or healthcare preferred.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Able to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, serve, and deliver meals according to production sheets.
• Sanitize kitchenware and food prep areas.
• Label, date, and store food properly.

Skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Basic math skills

Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Meritus Medical Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $20.43 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

We are currently seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to join our dedicated Nutrition Services team. This position plays an essential role in delivering quality food service to patients, employees, and guests while maintaining the highest standards of safety and sanitation.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, serve, and deliver meals following daily production sheets
• Sanitize kitchenware, food prep areas, and service stations
• Handle food items safely, following all health and hygiene guidelines (HACCP, TJC, etc.)
• Label, date, and store food properly, using First In/First Out (FIFO) method
• Support infection control and kitchen cleanliness at all times

Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience: Previous experience in food service, customer service, or healthcare preferred
• Skills:
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to weigh, measure ingredients, and perform basic math
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Able to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs
• Tolerate temperature fluctuations and kitchen noise
• Follow all safety and sanitation protocols

Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well‑being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company‑paid life insurance, as well as short‑ and long‑term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long‑term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre‑tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality‑driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

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