Nutrition Assistant II
Where You’ll Work
CHI Health Nebraska Heart delivers leading-edge services to Nebraska and northern Kansas. Our network of offices and affiliated hospital-based clinics enables patients to receive timely care close to home. In addition, Nebraska Heart, located in southeast Lincoln, has dramatically reshaped the way in which patients receive care. Nebraska Heart continues to have the largest staff of experienced cardiology and vascular professionals in the area. Alongside the physicians is a dedicated team of advanced practice clinicians, nurses, technologists and staff; all committed to providing quality care and education to meet each patient’s needs during diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Nutrition Assistant, you will assist in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient food services to patients and staff.Every day you will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, ensure food safety compliance, and interact with patients regarding dietary needs.To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service, contributing to a positive dining experience.
- Prepares and serves food according to dietary guidelines and recipes, ensuring food safety and allergy awareness.
- Maintains strict adherence to food safety standards, including temperature control, sanitation, and proper food storage/labeling.
- Delivers high-quality patient and customer experiences through accurate meal portioning, appealing presentation, and service recovery.
- Manages patient-specific dietary needs, including therapeutic diets, allergy restrictions, and explains basic diet orders to patients/families.
- Utilizes electronic systems for diet management, patient information, and performs essential cleaning tasks.
Schedule: Varied schedule, 12hrs/week as needed
Job Requirements
Required
- One (1) year of Food Service Experience and
Preferred
- High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
- High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
- Customer Service Experience