Patient Meals & Kitchen Support - Nutrition Assistant

WESTCHESTER-ELLENVILLE HOSPITAL INC.; Town of Wawarsing (NY); On-site; USD 55,880,000 - 63,726,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental

Vision

PTO

403(b)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Discount Program

Wellness apps

Healthcare Concierge Service

LifeLock Identity Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

WESTCHESTER-ELLENVILLE HOSPITAL INC. is hiring a Food and Nutrition Services Assistant to support meal preparation, assembly, and service for patients, staff, and visitors in line with dietary guidelines and physician orders.

The role focuses on safe food handling, sanitation, and efficient daily kitchen operations, including tray assembly, nourishment delivery, and cafeteria support. Full-time schedule includes three 12-hour shifts. Benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 6 months commercial cooking experience required.
• 1 year in commercial food service preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Serve Safe certification preferred.
• Customer service and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver patient trays according to diet orders and menu selections.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and serving in patient and cafeteria areas.
• Assembles and delivers nourishments for patients.
• Completes routine records and stats for the dietary department’s PI and Accountability reports.
• Fills requisitions for patient pantry stock as requested.
• Restock and rotate food supplies following FIFO (First in, First out) methods.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment as assigned.
• Assists with service, restocking, and short-order work for the cafeteria.
• Sets up for special function as needed.
• Answers and directs phone calls to the department.
• Communicate patient preferences and concerns to the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dietitian.
• Participate in department meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Serve Safe certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

WESTCHESTER-ELLENVILLE HOSPITAL INC. is hiring a Food and Nutrition Services Assistant to support meal preparation, assembly, and service for patients, staff, and visitors in line with dietary guidelines and physician orders.

The role focuses on safe food handling, sanitation, and efficient daily kitchen operations, including tray assembly, nourishment delivery, and cafeteria support. Full-time schedule includes three 12-hour shifts. Benefits and growth opportunities available.