Nutrition Assistant Lead
About The Position
CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas and part of CommonSpirit Health, has been serving Arkansas since 1888. With over 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, they are recognized for care advancements. CHI St Vincent North, with 69 beds, focuses on neuro and cardiac care and offers a family-like atmosphere. CommonSpirit Health, formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019, is dedicated to building healthy communities, supporting the vulnerable, and innovating healthcare. As a Nutrition Assistant Lead at CHI St. Vincent, you will interact directly with patients and visitors, ensuring dining areas are sanitized, well-stocked, and food is prepared appropriately. The role emphasizes providing nutritious food that promotes health and healing, setting up patient trays according to menus and individual preferences, and collecting/cleaning dirty dishes. Success in this role requires enjoying helping others and thriving in a fast-paced, fun work environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Current (within the past 12 months) ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications
- If not currently certified, certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire
Responsibilities
- Directly interact with patients and visitors everyday
- Ensure all dining areas are safely sanitized, well-stocked, and food is appropriately prepared
- Serve the patients, families and staff nutritious food that promotes health and healing to the body
- Set up trays for the hospital patients, following posted menus requests from the patient room service program while taking individual likes and dislikes into account
- Collect dirty trays and dishes from the patient care areas
- Clean dishes in an automatic dishwasher and return these dishes in the proper storage areas
- Ensure all food handling areas are sanitized and disinfected for the safety of employees, patients, and guests
- Exhibit high degree knowledge in food preparation and food production
- Accurately portion meals and beverages including attention to detail concerning dietary restrictions
- Support team members in all areas of food services including cashier, stocking, cleaning, tray service, dishwashing, food storage, etc
Benefits
- Benefits that complement and support your work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
