**Overview** Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. **Nutrition Assistant I - Dietary** **Northridge Hospital Medical Center** *****Per Diem***** We are currently seeking a Nutrition Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a food service setting and possess a strong work ethic. The Nutrition Assistant will be responsible for assisting with food preparation serving meals and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. **Responsibilities** + Uses all equipment correctly and safely: disposal dish-machine and steam hose. + Follows standardized recipes: proper serving size ingredients garnish. + Coordinates and prioritizes daily tasks to reduce non-essential interruptions to an absolute minimum. + Sets up and work efficiently on tray line as scheduled at assigned station. + Places items on trays accurately according to patient menu spread sheet and plating guide. + Knows basic food preparation techniques including receiving storage preparation handling and utilization of leftovers. + Completes cleaning tasks as assigned and maintains a neat and clean work station. + Utilizes stock and foods in proper order according to freshness dates on product. + Stores supplies and food in an appropriate manner. + Accepts other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** + High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Fire Safety card required within 90 days of hire. **This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.** **Pay Range** $23.00 - $23.11 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.