Nutrition Float

Current Opening•Jamestown, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Manager and Supervisor, this position supports a wide range of nutrition and food service operations to ensure high-quality service for patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include patient meal service, food preparation, cafeteria and catering support, inventory management, and sanitation duties. This role may also assist with retail food service operations, including cashiering in the café, if approved. The position functions in a flexible capacity, contributing to meal delivery, catering coordination, reporting, ordering of food and supplies, and vending oversight. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with dietary technician tasks, preparing cold and hot food items, supporting cooks with meal preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This role is essential in promoting efficient operations, food safety compliance, and a positive dining experience across all service areas. This is a part time benefitted position working 48 hours per two week schedule. Days are Monday - Friday with variable hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
One to three months of food service experience is preferred.
Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the major requirements of this position can be fully met.
A comprehensive background check and drug screening will be conducted as a condition of employment for this role.
A urine drug screening is required for all positions and must be completed within 30 days of the date of hire.
Continuously Standing
Continuously Walking
Continuously Hands and Finger Dexterity
Continuously Reaching with Hands and Arms
Continuously Hearing/Listening
Continuously Tasting or Smelling
Continuously Working Inside
Continuously Noise
Continuously Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 10 pounds
Occasionally Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food service, healthcare, or customer service preferred.
On-the-job training is provided to ensure competency in food preparation, patient meal service, sanitation practices, and use of department systems (e.g., CBORD).
Must complete required food safety and workplace training and demonstrate the ability to learn and perform multiple roles within Nutrition Services.
Exercises independent judgment in prioritizing daily tasks, adapting to changing staffing and service needs, and ensuring timely completion of assigned duties.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize and respond to routine issues, escalate concerns appropriately, and maintain compliance with food safety, patient service, and organizational standards with minimal supervision.
Social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively are required; for instance, visiting patients and families.
May provide guidance and support to new or temporary staff by demonstrating tasks, reinforcing proper procedures, and promoting a collaborative team environment.
Supports the health and well-being of patients, residents, and customers by ensuring accurate meal preparation, safe food handling, and timely service in accordance with dietary guidelines.
Maintains awareness of patient needs and dietary restrictions, reporting concerns to appropriate staff to promote safety and quality care.
Must be able to work in a hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods of time.
Area is well-lit.
Is subject to falls throughout the work day.
Participates in and complies with JRMC Safety Management Program.
Maintains knowledge of and observes Standard Precautions.
Requires prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving throughout the kitchen, patient care areas, and café.
Involves lifting, carrying, and pushing food trays, carts, and supplies.
Frequent use of hands, arms, and fingers for food preparation, serving, and operating equipment.
Requires the ability to focus on multiple tasks, observe patient and food conditions, and respond to sensory cues such as temperature, taste, and appearance of food.
Rarely Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 50 pounds
Rarely Sitting
Rarely Climbing
Rarely Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling
Rarely Working in Extreme Heat
Rarely Working in Extreme Cold
Rarely Working with Hazardous Materials
Rarely Working in Dirt/Dust
Never Driving
Never Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 75 pounds
Never Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Up to 100 pounds
Never Lifting / Carrying / Pushing / Pulling: Over 100 pounds

Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks a variety of hot and cold food items for patients, café service, and catering in accordance with standardized recipes.
Assists with patient meal assembly, tray delivery, rounding, and collection; inputs and updates meal information in the CBORD system.
Supports catering services, including preparation, setup, delivery, and related coordination.
Provides café service as needed, including food preparation, customer service, cashiering, and stocking.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of kitchen, serving, and dish room areas; operates dishwashing equipment.
Follows all food safety and sanitation standards.
Assists with inventory management, stocking, and receiving deliveries.
Completes required reports and maintains accurate records related to meals, catering, and patient services.
Communicates effectively with patients, staff, and departments; provides excellent customer service.
Supports team operations and performs additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility across roles and schedules.
Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET communication skills when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment at all times.
Interacts professionally with patients of all age groups, as well as physicians, staff, and cafeteria customers.
Answers department telephone calls and communicates information appropriately.
Assists with ordering, receiving, stocking, and inventory management of food, beverages, and supplies.
Supports vending operations, including stocking and cash handling.
Assists with stocking and service needs for various departments, including Physician Lounge and patient care areas.
Stocks tray line and supports overall meal service operations as needed.
Provides support across roles, including assisting with food preparation, cooking, and diet technician duties as assigned.
Contributes to the overall success and growth of Nutrition Services.
Maintains compliance with organizational standards of behavior and workplace expectations.
Performs other duties as assigned by department leadership.