Nutrition Associate I

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

About the Role

As a Nutrition Associate I, you'll play an important role in creating a positive dining experience for patients, visitors, and team members. Whether preparing meals, delivering patient trays, or supporting café operations, your work directly contributes to the healing journey of those we serve. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, providing exceptional customer service, and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to have you join us.

The Nutrition Associate I supports a variety of essential functions throughout the Food and Nutrition Services department, including patient meal service, café operations, food preparation, sanitation, and dish-room responsibilities. This versatile role helps ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality foodservice while delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble hot and cold food items, beverages, and nourishments using standardized recipes and production guidelines.
• Assist with patient tray assembly and meal service while ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
• Deliver patient meals using approved patient identification procedures and following isolation and infection prevention protocols.
• Stock, rotate, and maintain nursing pantries and bulk nourishments while documenting inventory and billing information accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, kitchen equipment, floors, dish-room, and food preparation areas.
• Safely operate dish-room equipment and ensure dishes, utensils, and food service equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Operate café cash registers and point-of-sale systems while processing customer transactions accurately and providing excellent customer service.
• Monitor and document food temperatures, sanitation logs, and cleaning records while taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and stock supplies throughout assigned work areas.
• Practice safe food handling and sanitation procedures in compliance with department policies and regulatory standards.
• Support daily Food and Nutrition Services operations by adapting to changing departmental needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to prepare and serve food according to standardized recipes and quality standards
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare food service environment
• Ability to safely operate kitchen, dish room, and café equipment
• Experience using Point-of-Sale (POS) systems — Preferred
• Basic mathematical skills for cash handling and food service operations
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required documentation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients, visitors, and interdisciplinary team members
• Commitment to maintaining cleanliness, safety, and exceptional customer service
• Basic Microsoft Office skills — Preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) — Preferred

Qualifications

• One year of food service or related experience — Preferred
• One year of experience as a dietary aide, diet clerk, hospital foodservice associate, or healthcare food service team member — Preferred
• ServSafe Certification — Preferred

Benefits

At AdventHealth, you'll find more than a job—you'll become part of a team committed to making a difference every day. As part of our faith-based, mission-driven organization, you'll help provide nourishment, comfort, and compassionate service to patients and families while supporting a culture of excellence and whole-person care.

• Flexible PRN scheduling with evening and weekend opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive Food & Nutrition Services team
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care
• The opportunity to positively impact the patient experience through exceptional service

Pay

$16.44 - $26.31 per hour

Schedule

Part-Time PRN | Evenings and Weekends

Location

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
7820 W 165th St
Overland Park, Kansas 66223

Physical Requirements

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