Patient Nutrition & Food Service Specialist

St Johns Hospital Camarillo; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John's Hospital Camarillo, part of Dignity Health, is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient and staff dining services.

You will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food safety while engaging with patients about dietary needs. You will follow healthcare foodservice guidelines, monitor temperatures, prevent cross-contamination, label foods, and maintain proper storage.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Ability to prepare and deliver meals and assist with food prep.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver patient and staff meals and trays.
• Assist with food preparation and maintain cleanliness.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure food safety compliance.
• Label foods properly and store equipment per guidelines.
• Interact with patients regarding dietary needs and preferences.
• Support cashiering, retail service, and catering tasks as needed.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. John's Hospital Camarillo, part of Dignity Health, is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient and staff dining services.

You will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food safety while engaging with patients about dietary needs. You will follow healthcare foodservice guidelines, monitor temperatures, prevent cross-contamination, label foods, and maintain proper storage.