Nutrition Services Assistant

Overview

We are currently seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to join our dedicated Nutrition Services team. This position plays an essential role in delivering quality food service to patients, employees, and guests while maintaining the highest standards of safety and sanitation.

• Prepare, serve, and deliver meals following daily production sheets
• Sanitize kitchenware, food prep areas, and service stations
• Handle food items safely, following all health and hygiene guidelines (HACCP, TJC, etc.)
• Label, date, and store food properly, using First In/First Out (FIFO) method
• Support infection control and kitchen cleanliness at all times

• Education:
  
  High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in food service, customer service, or healthcare preferred
• Skills:
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to weigh, measure ingredients, and perform basic math
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Able to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs
• Tolerate temperature fluctuations and kitchen noise
• Follow all safety and sanitation protocols

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.