Nutrition Assistant I

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. 

Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking a Nutrition Assistant I 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 I will be responsible for assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

• Uses all equipment correctly and safely: disposal dish machine and steam hose.
• Follows standardized recipes: proper serving size, ingredients, and garnish.
• Coordinates and prioritizes daily tasks to reduce non-essential interruptions to an absolute minimum.
• Sets up and works efficiently on the tray line as scheduled at the assigned station.
• Places items on trays accurately according to the patient menu spreadsheet 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 workstation.
• Utilizes stock and foods in proper order according to freshness dates on the product.
• Stores supplies and food in an appropriate manner.
• Accepts other duties as assigned.

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• High School Graduate or GED
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of recent Food and Nutrition experience in a hospital or related setting.
• Fire Safety card ( within 90 days of start date) required