Patient Nutrition Assistant - Part Time

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bus pass

Continuing education

Shift differential

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI invites applications for a Part-time Patient Nutrition Assistant. The role requires 12–24 hours per week with every other weekend.

You will prioritize patient care, assemble and deliver meal trays, and maintain kitchen cleanliness in a fast-paced setting. Eligible employees receive benefits including PTO, a bus pass, continuing education, and shift differentials for evenings or nights.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Food service or customer service experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes patient care above all other duties.
• Accurately assembles and delivers patient meal trays.
• Maintains kitchen order by ensuring cleanliness of work areas.
• Sanitizes dishes, cookware, equipment, and environment.
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced and continually changing environment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position. We have multiple shifts available between 12-24 hours per week. Every other weekend is required. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! Put your passion for food and culinary experience to use and join our remarkable culinary team.

Patient Nutrition Assistant

We are seeking a Patient Nutrition Assistant who:

• Prioritizes patient care above all other duties.
• Accurately assembles and delivers patient meal trays.
• Maintains kitchen order by ensuring cleanliness of work areas.
• Sanitizes dishes, cookware, equipment, and environment.
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced and continually changing environment.

Patient Nutrition Assistantsare eligible for:

• Paid time off, including 15 days of vacation time for full-time employees.
• A free bus pass to assist with transportation to and from work.
• Continuing education for both professional and personal growth.

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening or night shift differential

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well‑being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred

Work Experience

• Food service and/or customer service experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• ServSafe Certification Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

• Legal Employer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
• Locations 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US 1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US