Nutrition Services Attendant

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Nutrition Services Attendant to assist in delivering high-quality meals and nutritional care to hospital patients and guests. You’ll take meal orders in person or by phone, deliver trays, and assist at the bedside with menu selections.

The role uses Epic and CBORD software, requires clear English communication, and may involve floor inventory and general cleaning. It is a 0.6 FTE with Day/Eve shifts and a possible remote/hybrid option.

Qualifications

• Ability to use computers and learn specialized computer software (Epic, CBORD).
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively in English.
• Food service or retail experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and guests, takes meal orders, serves trays and supplements.
• Liaises between patient and Registered Dietitian for questions about diet.
• Keeps up-to-date on menu items, diet restrictions, and explains items to patients.
• Maintains visibility on nursing units and performs floor inventory and cleaning.
• Performs duties as assigned to support nutrition services.

Skills

Computer literacy

Epic/CBORD familiarity

Tools

Epic CBORD software

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2009820 NUTRITION SERVICES - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Education Qualifications:

The Nutrition Services Attendant assists in providing high-quality food and nutritional care to hospital patients and guests by taking and delivering meal orders in person from patients and family and by phone in an office setting. The attendant sees patients at their bedside to assist with menu selections, obtain dietary preferences, and clarify allergies. Maintains accurate computerized diet records, and performs tasks related to the set up and service of patient meals. Effectively coordinates nutrition needs and services for patients, visitors, caregivers, and healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greets patients and guests in a professional and polite manner, takes meal orders according to assigned diet order, serves meal trays and supplements
• Acts as a liaison between the patient and a Registered Dietitian when a patient expresses questions or concerns about their diet, supplements/snacks, etc.
• Stays up to date on menu items, special diet restrictions, how food is prepared, and describes items to patients and guests
• Maintains visibility on nursing units
• Conducts floor inventory, general cleaning, and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to use computers and learn specialized computer software (Epic, CBORD)
• Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Food service or retail experience

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Day

Shift End Time:

Evening

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:

09/23/2026

Compensation Range:

$16.73 - $22.27

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact your HR Service Center at [phone].