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Nutrition Attendant

26 days ago

Ithaca

Job Description Nutrition Attendant - Nutrition & Dining Services When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Cayuga Health and Arnot Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us. Role Summary The Nutrition Attendant supports patient care by assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation standards, and assisting with food service operations across hospital units and retail dining areas. This role works collaboratively to provide safe, high-quality, and person-centered food service while meeting all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. No prior experience is required-paid training and certification opportunities are provided. Roles and Responsibilities • Assemble and deliver patient meals using proper portion control and allergen awareness, • Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and equipment using industrial dish machines in accordance with safety standards, • Interact directly with patients and families to support satisfaction and person-centered service, • Manage, collect, and deliver nutrition supplies to hospital units as needed, • Maintain a clean and organized work environment throughout service periods, • Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, • Support retail food service operations, including food preparation, service, and cash handling when assigned, • Assist with catering functions and special events as needed, • Communicate effectively and contribute to a collaborative, team-based work environment, • Demonstrate flexibility by assisting with other related duties as operational needs require Required Skills and Experience • High School Diploma, GED, or appropriate working papers (for minors), • Ability to follow food safety procedures and work in a fast-paced environment Preferred Skills and Experience • One year of food service or nutrition experience, preferably in a healthcare setting Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including: • Standing for extended periods of time, • Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, • Reaching, bending, and repetitive motions, • Working in environments with exposure to heat, cold, loud noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and sharp objects Location, Travel and Shift Requirements • Onsite - Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850, • Shift: Per Diem- Scheduled depending on department needs, • Periodic travel to other Cayuga Health campuses may be required Pay Range Disclosure Standard rate of $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff, and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care, and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs, and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at . I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me. I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks. I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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