**Overview** St. Luke’s Health-Memorial paves the way for quality innovative health care in East Texas and provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. With hospitals in Lufkin Livingston and San Augustine St. Luke’s Health-Memorial provides millions of dollars in charity care and community support each year. As our Nutrition Assistant I, you will interact daily with patients, families, visitors, and staff. You understand that most guests at our facility dine with us for a reason, and take great pride in giving them one less thing to worry about. Every day, you will provide nutritious food to patients, families, visitors, and staff to help promote their health and healing. You will follow the standards, regulations, guidelines, and procedures for the healthcare food service industry, which includes monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. You will collaborate with the facility staff to ensure optimal nutritional care in all healthcare food service operations while demonstrating excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors, and staff. To be successful in this role, you must enjoy helping others and working in a fast-paced, fun environment! If you are committed to social justice and health equity and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us. **Responsibilities** + Ensures all food handling areas are sanitized and disinfected for the safety of employees, patients, and guests. + Exhibits high degree knowledge in food preparation and food production. + Accurately portions meals and beverages including attention to detail concerning dietary restrictions, while ensuring an aesthetically pleasing presentation. + Supports team members in all areas of food services including cashier, stocking, cleaning, tray service, dishwashing, food storage, etc. **Qualifications** + High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. + A Food Handlers Permit is required as outlined below: Required Within 30-days of Hire: + Texas - All Counties Must be customer-service oriented and present a professional image. Must be proficient in the English language, communicating professionally. Able to pay attention to detail, follow procedures and work effectively with others. Must be highly organized and manage time well. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Team player and a positive attitude is a must. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. **Pay Range** $11.00 - $13.03 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.