Nutrition Attendant- Cayuga Medical Center- Nutrition & Dining- Per Diem

Role Summary: The Nutrition Attendant supports patient care by assembling and delivering meals, maintaining sanitation standards, and assisting with food service operations across hospital units and retail dining areas. This role works collaboratively to provide safe, high-quality, and person-centered food service while meeting all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. No prior experience is required-paid training and certification opportunities are provided.

Roles and Responsibilities: Assemble and deliver patient meals using proper portion control, allergen awareness, and established food safety standards while supporting a positive, person-centered patient and family experience. Maintain clean and sanitary food service areas by washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, equipment, and workspaces in accordance with departmental policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Manage, collect, and deliver nutrition supplies to hospital units while maintaining organized and appropriately stocked service areas. Support retail food service, catering, and special events through food preparation, service, cash handling, and other assigned operational duties. Communicate effectively, collaborate with team members, and demonstrate flexibility by assisting with related responsibilities as operational needs require.

Required Skills and Experience: High School Diploma, GED, or appropriate working papers (for minors)Ability to follow food safety procedures and work in a fast-paced environment Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training No prior food service or healthcare experience is required.

Preferred Skills and Experience: One year of food service or nutrition experience, preferably in a healthcare setting Associate degree in Nutrition, Hospitality, or a healthcare-related field Preferred skills are not required to be considered for this role.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including: Standing for extended periods of time Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds Reaching, bending, and repetitive motions Working in environments with exposure to heat, cold, loud noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and sharp objects Location, Travel and

Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850

Shift: Full Time, Days and Evenings Periodic travel to other Cayuga Health campuses may be required Pay Range Disclosure Standard rate of $17.00 - $22.10 per hour Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff, and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care, and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs, and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.