Nutrition Assistant

Nutrition Assistant at University of Vermont Health Network Medical Group in Middlebury, Vermont, United States Job Description Nutrition Assistant Job Details

Job Ref:

R0086080

Category:

Food Service

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Health Care Partner:

Porter Medical Center

Location:

30 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753

Department:

Porter•Nutrition Services

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

DayEve

Hours:

• Hours per

Week:

40

Weekend Needs:

Every Other

Pay Rate:

$20.50•$30.46 per hour This is a bargaining union position. Job Description The Nutrition Assistant is responsible for assisting in preparing foods, distributing and collecting foodbeverage items on a daily basis. Assists patientsresidents with foodbeverage requests if necessary, and to represent the department in a professional and courteous manner to patientsresidents, employees and visitors. Responsible for preparing and distributing foods to patients and staff on a daily basis, and preparing kitchen production sheets according to patient preferences. Assist department staff with completing staff meals and catering needs as necessary. Responsible for ensuring safety and sanitation of the department, compliance with Regulatory Agencies and therapeutic diets. Education High School diploma or equivalent Experience Minimum one year experience in the Food Service field desired. Experience in Food Safety desired. Minimum 18 years of age. Able to read, write, and speak the English language. Demonstrates willingness to adapt to change. Mental and physical sufficient to meet the demands of the position. Professional appearance. Satisfactory references. Works well with all levels of staff, patients and families. Ability to follow standardized recipes and prepare foods in compliance with diet orders. Ability to modify food textures and portion foods correctly. Ability to follow therapeutic diets as ordered. and