Patient-Centric Nutrition Assistant I

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient meals, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced hospital environment.

You will prepare and deliver trays, assist with food prep, maintain cleanliness, monitor temperatures, and interact with patients regarding dietary needs, with emphasis on accuracy and kindness. This role requires attention to detail and teamwork within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of Food Service or Customer Service Experience.
• Food Handler Permit: TX, within 30 Days or Servsafe Certification, within 30 Days.

Responsibilities

• Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes.
• Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu & dietary requirements using required kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high quality patient and customer experience. Ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
• May be responsible for one or more of the following: cashiering, serving in the retail area, assembling, delivering and retrieving patient trays, performing cold food prep, performing utility assignments (e.g., dishwashing, washing pots & pans, maintaining equipment), catering functions and/or delivering/picking up catered food, inventory maintenance duties, general cleaning of equipment and work areas.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

High School GED

Job description

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient meals, ensure food safety, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced hospital environment.

You will prepare and deliver trays, assist with food prep, maintain cleanliness, monitor temperatures, and interact with patients regarding dietary needs, with emphasis on accuracy and kindness. This role requires attention to detail and teamwork within a hospital setting.