Nutrition Services Associate - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

The Nutrition Services Associate at Mercy Health is responsible for assembling, preparing and delivering meals that meet patient diet orders while ensuring safe food handling and courteous patient service. The position requires daily engagement with staff and patients and adherence to health guidelines.

Candidates with prior food service or customer service experience are preferred, with on-the-job training provided. High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write clearly in English.
• Ability to communicate with staff and patients professionally.
• Basic arithmetic for meals and portions.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders and patient requirements.
• Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures.
• Restocks areas to meet department demands.
• Prewash, wash and sanitize cooking and serving equipment per procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written & oral comms

Professional demeanor

Basic math

Education

High School Degree or GED preferred

Job description

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 32 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Days/Evenings
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Job Summary

The Nutrition Services Associate is responsible for tasks related to patient meal service, including the timely assembly, final preparation and delivery of nutritionally appropriate and attractive meals. The Food Service Associate also practices appropriate food handling techniques and safety procedures while demonstrating excellent customer service skills on a consistent basis.

Essential Functions

• Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus and patient/guest specific requirements
• Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with patients and guests
• Areas are restocked as needed to meet department demands
• Performs sanitation for assigned work area in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines
• Ensures cooking and serving equipment is prewashed, washed and sanitized per department procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Degree or GED preferred

Experience

• No experience required; On-the-job training will be provided
• Previous Food Industry or Customer Service experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Able to write and understand written and oral communications
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Basic math skills

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]