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Nutrition Assistant 1

Northridge Hospital Medical Center Northridge, California
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The posted compensation range of $23.00 - $23.11 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-385878 Employment Type PRN Department Nutrition Services Hours/Pay Period 8 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Varied Days Remote No Category Dietary
Overview

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Nutrition Assistant I - Dietary

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

***Per Diem***

We are currently seeking a Nutrition Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a food service setting and possess a strong work ethic. The Nutrition Assistant will be responsible for assisting with food preparation serving meals and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.


Responsibilities
  • Uses all equipment correctly and safely: disposal dish-machine and steam hose.
  • Follows standardized recipes: proper serving size ingredients garnish.
  • Coordinates and prioritizes daily tasks to reduce non-essential interruptions to an absolute minimum.
  • Sets up and work efficiently on tray line as scheduled at assigned station.
  • Places items on trays accurately according to patient menu spread sheet and plating guide.
  • Knows basic food preparation techniques including receiving storage preparation handling and utilization of leftovers.
  • Completes cleaning tasks as assigned and maintains a neat and clean work station.
  • Utilizes stock and foods in proper order according to freshness dates on product.
  • Stores supplies and food in an appropriate manner.
  • Accepts other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • High School or GED required.
  • Must have minimum six (6) months recent Food and Nutrition experience in a hospital or related setting.
  • Fire Safety card required within 90 days of hire.

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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