Nutrition Services Aide - Main Campus

Nutrition Services Aide - Main Campus

Salary Range $17.57 - $20.74 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Casual Education Level None Category Food Service

Description

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

Our Main Campus Nutrition Services team is dedicated to providing exceptional food and service to patients, visitors, and staff throughout the hospital. We deliver nutritious meals tailored to medical needs while following consistent procedures and maintaining the highest food safety standards. Join us in supporting patient care and enhancing the hospital experience every day.

Mission for Position

To provide an exceptional dining experience by delivering safe, nutritious, high-quality meals that we would confidently serve to our own families. We are committed to upholding the highest food safety standards while working with care, teamwork, and a positive attitude to support patient well-being in a friendly and enjoyable work environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate dishwasher and maintain sanitary kitchen and food service standards
• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, carts, and kitchen equipment
• Assemble and deliver patient meals according to prescribed diets and schedules
• Restock food supplies and coffee stations, put away grocery deliveries, and report shortages or equipment issues
• Assist with meal service, tray prep, food deliveries, and basic food preparation
• Complete daily cleaning tasks and monitor food safety and sanitation temperatures

Position Type

This is a casual position, with a requirement of working at least three shifts per month.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a dependable, compassionate team player with strong communication and customer service skills. The ideal candidate demonstrates reliability, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. They are able to manage multiple tasks, follow procedures accurately, and collaborate with others to deliver high-quality meal service. Previous food service or healthcare experience is a plus, but a willingness to learn is essential.

Benefits

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

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Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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