Nutrition Assistant I
US-CA-NORTHRIDGE
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 398801
Type: Day
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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 here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. One Community. One Mission. One California Responsibilities: Northridge Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking a Nutrition Assistant I 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 I will be responsible for assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. * 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 works efficiently on the tray line as scheduled at the assigned station. * Places items on trays accurately according to the patient menu spreadsheet 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 workstation. * Utilizes stock and foods in proper order according to freshness dates on the product. * Stores supplies and food in an appropriate manner. * Accepts other duties as assigned. Qualifications: * High School or GED required. * Must have a minimum of six (6) months of 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.
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