Per Diem Patient Meal Attendant

Cayuga Health System; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuga Health System is seeking a Nutrition Attendant to support patient care by assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation, and assisting food service operations across hospital units and retail dining areas. No prior experience is required; paid training and certification opportunities are provided.

The role emphasizes safe, high-quality, person-centered service in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, with on-site work at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to follow food safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver patient meals with proper portions and allergen awareness.
• Wash and sanitize dishes and equipment per safety standards.
• Interact with patients and families to support satisfaction and person-centered service.
• Manage and deliver nutrition supplies to hospital units as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area during service.

Skills

Food safety procedures

Fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Nutrition/Hospitality/Healthcare

Tools

Industrial dish machines

Job description

Cayuga Health System is seeking a Nutrition Attendant to support patient care by assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation, and assisting food service operations across hospital units and retail dining areas. No prior experience is required; paid training and certification opportunities are provided.

The role emphasizes safe, high-quality, person-centered service in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, with on-site work at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY.