• Nutrition Assistant

    Posted: 01/01/2026

    The Nutrition Assistant is responsible for assisting in preparing foods, distributing and collecting menus on a daily basis and preparing kitchen production sheets according to patient preferences. Assists patients with completing menus if necessary, and to represent the department in a professional and courteous manner to patients, employees and visitors. Responsible for preparing and distributing foods to patients and staff on a daily basis, and preparing 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, compliance with Regulatory Agencies and therapeutic diets.

    Education

    • High School diploma or equivalent
    Experience
    • Minimum one year experience in the Food Service field desired.
    • Experience in Food Safety desired.
    • 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.

    Category: Food Service
    Employment Type: Per Diem
    Location: 30 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753
    Department: Porter - Nutrition Services
    Job Type: Regular
    Primary Shift: Day/Eve-8hr
    Hours: Variable - Variable
    Hours per Week:
    Weekend Needs: Every Other
    Pay Rate: $20.50 - $30.46per hour
    This is a bargaining union position.

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