Patient Dining & Nutrition Aide

Valley Health System; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy U Wellness Program

Health savings account & flexible 1100

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Hospitality Associate, Patient Services to support patient meals and sanitation in a fast-paced environment. You will work with RNs, CNAs and kitchen staff to ensure accurate, timely meal service that respects patient dietary needs.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 16+ years old, and experience in food service or training. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service experience and/or training preferred.
• Must be 16 years of age.
• Ability to perform on-the-job training required.
• Ability to do simple calculations and record keeping required.
• Ability to interact hospitably and respectfully with all ages and disabilities of hospitalized patients and assist with meal selection.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with hospital staff to ensure meals are provided to patients according to nutritional and medical needs.
• Ensure patient information matches name, room number, food order, preferences, allergies, and diet patterns.
• Assemble trays on time according to diet cards and patient preferences.
• Deliver food trays to the correct patient, served warm and promptly.
• Interact with patients to gather feedback on meals and preferences.
• Follow late tray procedures to complete trays within 30 minutes.
• Stock refrigerators and prep kitchen equipment as needed.
• Prepare side dishes and receive/store orders.
• Check temperatures with cook and assist with plating.
• Understand diets and allergies to meet patient needs.
• Dispose of waste and keep utensils/areas clean.
• Use Three Sink Method and operate dish machine; maintain cleanliness.
• Label and date all inventory items; report compliments, complaints, and concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Calculations

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Valley Health System is seeking a Hospitality Associate, Patient Services to support patient meals and sanitation in a fast-paced environment. You will work with RNs, CNAs and kitchen staff to ensure accurate, timely meal service that respects patient dietary needs.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 16+ years old, and experience in food service or training. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.