Nutrition Services Associate - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health • Warren, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Services Associate is responsible for patient meal-service tasks, including timely assembly, final preparation, and delivery of nutritionally appropriate and attractive meals. The associate uses appropriate food-handling techniques and safety procedures while consistently demonstrating excellent customer service.

This is a full-time, collective bargaining unit position at St. Joseph Warren Hospital, scheduled for 32 hours weekly. Shifts include days and evenings, with rotating weekends and holidays. On-the-job training is provided; previous experience is not required.

Requirements

• Able to write and understand written and oral communications.
• Able to engage with staff and patients in a professional manner.
• Basic math skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school degree or GED preferred.
• Previous food-industry or customer-service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and serve meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient- or guest-specific requirements.
• Follow hand-hygiene and infection-control procedures consistently when interacting with patients and guests.
• Restock areas as needed to meet department demands.
• Sanitize the assigned work area according to departmental procedures and health department guidelines.
• Prewash, wash, and sanitize cooking and serving equipment according to department procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED