Nutrition Assistant - The University of Vermont Health Network : Job Details

Job DetailsJob Ref:R0068905 Category:Food Service Employment Type:Per Diem Location:115 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753 Department:Porter - Support Services Job Type:Regular Primary Shift:Variable Hours:Variable - Variable Hours per Week: 0 Weekend Needs:As Scheduled Pay Rate: $20.00 - $29.72 per hourJob DescriptionThe Nutrition Assistant is responsible for assisting in preparing foods, distributing and collecting food/beverage meal services on a daily basis. Assists patients with food/beverage menu requests and to represent the department in a professional and courteous manner to patients, employees and visitors. Prepares 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 in compliance with Regulatory Agencies. Utilizes patient EMR in accordance with prescribed therapeutic diets.EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred.ExperienceMinimum 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. Minimum one year experience in the Food Service field desired. Experience in Food Safety desired.