Nutrition Attendant
About The Position
The Nutrition Attendant supports patient care by assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation standards, and assisting with food service operations across hospital units and retail dining areas. The role works collaboratively to provide safe, high-quality, person-centered food service while meeting local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. No prior experience is required; paid training and certification opportunities are provided. The position is onsite at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. Periodic travel to other Cayuga Health campuses may be required. The posting identifies the role as per diem in its title, while the shift section lists full time, days and evenings.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or appropriate working papers (for minors).
- Ability to follow food safety procedures and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing for extended periods; lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; reaching, bending, and repetitive motions; and working around heat, cold, loud noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and sharp objects.
Nice To Haves
- One year of food service or nutrition experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Associate degree in Nutrition, Hospitality, or a healthcare-related field.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and deliver patient meals using proper portion control, allergen awareness, and established food safety standards while supporting a positive, person-centered patient and family experience.
- Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and workspaces in accordance with departmental policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage, collect, and deliver nutrition supplies to hospital units while keeping service areas organized and appropriately stocked.
- Support retail food service, catering, and special events through food preparation, service, cash handling, and other assigned operational duties.
- Communicate effectively, collaborate with team members, and assist with related responsibilities as operational needs require.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid training and certification opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
