Nutrition Assistant I

Requisition ID: 2025-433008 Employment Type: PRN Department: Nutrition Services Hours/Pay Period: 0 Shift: Varies Weekly Schedule: Days vary including weekend and holiday rotations Remote: No Category: Dietary Job Summary and Responsibilities Northridge Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking a Nutrition Assistant I to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a food service setting and possess a strong work ethic. The Nutrition Assistant I will be responsible for assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. + Uses all equipment correctly and safely: disposal dish machine and steam hose. + Follows standardized recipes: proper serving size, ingredients garnish. + Coordinates and prioritizes daily tasks to reduce non-essential interruptions to an absolute minimum. + Sets up and works efficiently on the tray line as scheduled at the assigned station. + Places items on trays accurately according to the patient menu spreadsheet and plating guide. + Knows basic food preparation techniques, including receiving, storage, preparation, handling, and utilization of leftovers. + Completes cleaning tasks as assigned and maintains a neat and clean workstation. + Utilizes stock and foods in proper order according to freshness dates on the product. + Stores supplies and food in an appropriate manner. + Accepts other duties as assigned. Job Requirements + High School or GED required. + Must have a minimum of one (1) year of recent Food and Nutrition experience in a hospital or related setting. + Fire Safety card required within 90 days of hire. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Where You'll Work Founded in 1955, Dignity Health u2013 Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nationu2019s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here (/northridgehospital for more information. One Community. One Mission. One California (

Created: 2025-11-15