Nutrition Assistant

Job Description
The 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.

Education
High School diploma or equivalent

Experience
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. Minimum one year experience in the Food Service field desired. Experience in Food Safety desired.

Employment Bonus - Eligible for $3,000 employment bonus, paid in two equal installments - 50% paid in first paycheck, balance paid upon completion of one year in position. Requires one year commitment, bonus subject to applicable taxes. Please note that current UVM Health Network employees are excluded from bonus eligibility.