Nutrition Services Aide - Host/Hostess Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Host/Hostess is responsible for a variety of specialized duties related to the receipt, interpretation, and follow through of patient diet orders. Responsible for the delivery and collection of trays to and from patients. Ensures that nutrition care diet orders are provided to the patient by offering appropriate menu selections. Acts as a liaison between the patient, the Food and Nutrition Services Department, and nursing Services. Communicates all patient food needs to the appropriate area of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Assists clinical staff in ensuring that all patient basic nutrition care needs are met. Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Experience: One of experience in food services required. Certification/Licensure: None. VHC Health™ has provided exceptional medical services to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for more than 75 years. A proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a national network of independent healthcare organizations, the Hospital prides itself on offering the latest technological advancements and medical practices. Virginia Hospital Center was recently designated a Newsweek 2020 Best Maternity Care Hospital, received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and once again named a Leapfrog Top Hospital in 2019. Virginia Hospital Center is designated as a Magnet hospital® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is a 453-bed not-for-profit teaching facility offering comprehensive healthcare and multiple, independently recognized Centers of Excellence