Nutrition Attendant- Cayuga Medical Center- Nutrition & Dining- Full Time- Days/Evenings FLEX

Nutrition Attendant- Cayuga Medical Center- Nutrition & Dining- Full Time- Days/Evenings FLEXWhen two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Cayuga Health and Arnot Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home.Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.Role SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesAssemble and deliver patient meals using proper portion control and allergen awarenessWash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and equipment using industrial dish machines in accordance with safety standardsInteract directly with patients and families to support satisfaction and person-centered serviceManage, collect, and deliver nutrition supplies to hospital units as neededMaintain a clean and organized work environment throughout service periodsAdhere to departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirementsSupport retail food service operations, including food preparation, service, and cash handling when assignedAssist with catering functions and special events as neededCommunicate effectively and contribute to a collaborative, team-based work environmentDemonstrate flexibility by assisting with other related duties as operational needs requireRequired Skills and ExperienceHigh School Diploma, GED, or appropriate working papers (for minors)Ability to follow food safety procedures and work in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to learn and participate in on-the-job trainingNo prior food service or healthcare experience is required.Preferred Skills and ExperienceOne year of food service or nutrition experience, preferably in a healthcare settingAssociate degree in Nutrition, Hospitality, or a healthcare-related fieldPreferred skills are not required to be considered for this role.Physical RequirementsThis position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including:Standing for extended periods of timeLifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 poundsReaching, bending, and repetitive motionsWorking in environments with exposure to heat, cold, loud noise, wet or slippery surfaces, and sharp objectsLocation, Travel and Shift RequirementsLocation: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850Shift: Full Time, Days and EveningsPeriodic travel to other Cayuga Health campuses may be requiredPay Range DisclosureStandard rate of $17.00 - $22.10 per hourCentralus 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. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at View email address on us.fitly.work certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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