Nutrition Service Coordinator, Weekend

Job Responsibilities

• Communicate diet orders for each meal to the department Data Center.
• Implement diet orders and verify that a tray with the correct diet order is provided for each patient.
• Obtain trays from the tray line for new admissions or patients whose diets have advanced.
• Prepare and serve trays, coffee/tea, and ice cream or yogurt from the galley freezer.
• Garnish trays, remove all wrappings, and assist patients in opening milk, juice, and condiments.
• Collect dirty trays and give patients menu selection sheets, daily specials sheets, and explain the selection process.
• Assist patients who are unable to complete the selection sheet independently.
• Use Excellent Encounter skills of customer service throughout interactions.
• Clean the galley after each meal served and complete special cleaning on designated days.
• Inventory and order nourishment items and supplements for patients between meals or for the next day’s trays, discarding outdated items.
• Inventory and order supplies for the nursing nourishment area, pick supplies from the Service Center, store them, and rotate perishable items.
• Maintain strong relationships with co‑workers and staff on the unit.
• Communicate patient eating ability or willingness to the clinical dietitian.
• Orient or train new employees within the department when required.
• Provide patient‑specific care in accordance with the department’s policies and procedures.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic computer and math skills; basic computer proficiency.
• Food service experience desirable; knowledge of diet modification and religious food practices for sick patients.
• Ability to implement exemplary customer service skills as outlined in Excellent Encounter training.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients.
• Attention to detail and capacity to work efficiently, organize work, and meet deadlines.
• Basic problem‑solving and judgment ability; able to work independently.
• Capable of lifting 25–30 lbs. and standing for extended periods during most of the shift.
• Motor coordination skills.
• Facility required: N95 mask.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.