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NUTRITION ASSISTANT

Rosemead, CA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Responsibilities Reasons Eating Disorder Center Nutrition Assistant - Per Diem (Mid-Evening Shift ... Monitor and order food and supplies. * Check food logs/diaries daily to ensure patients are ...

Nutrition Assistant, PRN

Anoka, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Overview The Nutrition Assistant represents Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals. They follow all guidelines with a high expectation for accuracy during delivery, set up, and ...

The Nutrition Assistant supports the dietary needs of residents by preparing, portioning, and ... This role helps maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food service environment while ensuring ...

Nutrition Assistant

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Nutrition Assistant Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit ... Every day you will ensure food safety and cleanliness and provide customer service within a health ...

The Nutrition Assistant supports the dietary needs of residents by preparing, portioning, and ... This role helps maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food service environment while ensuring ...

Nutrition Assistant

Albany, NY · On-site

$43K - $56K/yr

Notifies Dietitian, Food Service Supervisor, Clinical Nutrition Manager or Patient Services Manager immediately when patient and nursing services complaints are received; details complaint and any ...

Nutrition Assistant

Turtle Lake, ND · On-site

$12.25 - $16.75/hr

Every day you will prepare and deliver meal trays, assist with food preparation, maintain ... nutrition questions to clinical support * Preference Collection & Distribution: Collects patient ...

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How much do food nutrition assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for food nutrition assistant in the United States is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food nutrition assistant?

Food Nutrition Assistants are professionals who support dietitians and nutritionists in planning, preparing, and serving meals that meet specific dietary guidelines in settings such as hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and cafeterias. They help ensure that food is prepared safely and that special dietary needs are met for individuals with medical or nutritional requirements. Their duties may include portioning food, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with menu planning, and sometimes providing basic nutrition education to clients or patients. Food Nutrition Assistants play a key role in promoting health and wellness through proper nutrition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food nutrition assistant?

To thrive as a Food Nutrition Assistant, you need basic knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and portion control, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with dietary management software, food service equipment, and safe food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and a customer-focused attitude are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure dietary needs are accurately met, food is prepared safely, and a positive dining experience is provided for clients or patients.

How does a food nutrition assistant typically collaborate with dietitians and other healthcare staff?

Food Nutrition Assistants work closely with dietitians, nurses, and kitchen staff to ensure that patients receive meals tailored to their dietary needs and restrictions. They often help communicate patient preferences and allergies, assist with menu planning, and gather feedback on meal satisfaction. This collaboration ensures that nutritional guidelines are followed while also respecting patient choices, making teamwork and clear communication essential aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Food Nutrition Assistant vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood Nutrition AssistantFood Service Worker
CertificationsOften requires food safety or nutrition certificationsMay require food safety training but less specialized
Work EnvironmentSchools, healthcare facilities, community programsRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Job FocusAssisting with meal planning, nutrition education, dietary needsFood preparation, serving, cleaning
Employer & IndustryEducational and healthcare institutionsFood service establishments and hospitality

While both roles involve food handling, the Food Nutrition Assistant focuses on nutrition, meal planning, and dietary needs, often requiring specific certifications. In contrast, the Food Service Worker primarily handles food preparation and service without specialized nutrition responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Food Nutrition Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,797 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

NUTRITION ASSISTANT

Rosemead, CA • On-site

UHS
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$23 - $25/hr

Per diem

Re-posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Work with the Registered Dietitian to monitor and maintain residents' dietary needs and meal plans.

  • Plan, prepare, and assist with meals, baking, and nutrition-related activities for residents.

  • Monitor food logs, order food and supplies, and ensure sanitation and safety protocols are followed.


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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Responsibilities
Reasons Eating Disorder Center
Nutrition Assistant - Per Diem
(Mid-Evening Shift Available)
Positions available at the following Residential Locations:
Pasadena and Arcadia
Are you caring, compassionate and hardworking?
Apply today to join our amazing team!
Reasons Eating Disorder Center (Reasons) is seeking nutrition students, dietetics technicians, or equivalent certification interested in working closely with a Registered Dietitian and gaining first-hand experience working with patients recovering from eating disorders. Candidates with previous experience working with eating disorders, trauma, substance use and LGBTQIA+ communities are preferred, but not required, to join our team providing compassionate care at our tranquil residential treatment facilities located residential treatment centers in the Pasadena and Arcadia neighborhoods of the Los Angeles area.
Job Description: The Nutrition Assistant works closely with the Registered Dietitian in monitoring and maintaining the dietary program. The Nutrition Assistant performs essential duties associated with meal plans, resident information related to meal patterns, and safety pertaining to the nutritional care and food service of all residents. Additional duties include grocery shopping, cooking meals, eating at restaurants with patients, and cleaning duties to ensure proper sanitation practices.
Key Responisbilities include:
  • Work with Registered Dietitian in ensuring resident nutritional needs.
  • Plan and prepare resident meals.
  • Provide baking, cooking and nutrition-related groups
  • Plan and participate in restaurant outings and delivery for some meals
  • Monitor and order food and supplies.
  • Check food logs/diaries daily to ensure patients are following meal plans provided by Registered Dietitian
  • Implement and monitor sanitation and kitchen safety protocols.
  • Maintain and monitor emergency food supply; ensure protocols are followed.
  • Work with a multidisciplinary team to have an impact on people's eating disorder recovery
Reasons' employees receive great opportunities.
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Career and growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation
About Universal Health Services
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com .
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We will provide training for caring, compassionate and interested hires.
Your passion, inspiration, and talents are invaluable to us and our mission to serve others. Our facility can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development.
We provide a place of respite and reflection for all genders of all ages to work through their eating disorders and discover their reasons for recovery.
Take a video tour of our facilities.
Youtube page: https://youtu.be/12Z_zSwcAHY
Locations page on website - https://reasonsedc.com/about-us/locations/
To learn more visit: www.reasonsedc.com
Qualifications
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or currently enrolled in an accredited Dietetics, a Dietetic Technician program, or equivalent certification.
Experience:
  • Knowledge and experience in the field of eating disorders treatment preferred. Food service or related experience preferred.
  • May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
  • Must be available to work weekends.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US