Nutrition Assistant I

About the role

Founded in 1940, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center is a 191-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Maria, California. Serving over 250,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, cancer care, orthopedics, and stroke care. Additionally, Marian Regional Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and the only healthcare facility on the Central Coast to offer ECMO. One Community. One Mission. One California

Responsibilities

In keeping with the Marian Regional Medical Center health care philosophy, the Food Service Worker II who will work at the Marian Extended Care Center reviews production sheets to determine type and quantity of cold food items to be prepared. Follows recipes and other production records to facilitate uninterrupted efficient operation of trayline, cafeteria and other service areas. Uses a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as food processors, blenders, mixers, slicers, steamers and choppers, to prepare food items. May work on patient trayline as needed. Follows ARA's Standard of Operations for food handling and storage. Assists as directed to facilitate the flow of work in the operations of kitchen procedures and food and supply distribution. Maintains proper care, maintenance and sanitation of work areas, equipment and supplies. Alerts supervisor to problems or needs concerning equipment, food supply, sanitation and safety. Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food or supplies. Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives for quality assurance, safety and infection control.

Requirements

• Must be able to move quickly from one task to another independently.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with peers, staff and supervisor.
• Able to take instructions, comprehend and follow through.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Qualifications

Prior food service experience a plus.

Pay

$25.00 - $30.03 /hour