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Houston Methodist Hospital

Nutrition Assistant

Houston, TX

$14.75 - $20/hr

Days At Houston Methodist, the Nutrition Assistant position is responsible for educating the patient on the dining services programs/process, is the initial point of contact for problem resolution ...

Beta Academy

CNP Kitchen Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$32K/yr

Ensures kitchen, serving areas, and seating are all meeting high safety and sanitation standards while also being a welcoming environment. * Assist with the training of new child nutrition program ...

MET, Inc.

Nutrition Assistant/Cook

Cleveland, TX

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Prepare meals, following daily menus planned by the agency's Nutrition Specialist, Health Services ... Maintain confidentiality of program records and participant data. * Assist in meeting agency non ...

MET, Inc.

Nutrition Assistant/Cook

Cleveland, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Prepare meals, following daily menus planned by the agency's Nutrition Specialist, Health Services ... Maintain confidentiality of program records and participant data. * Assist in meeting agency non ...

Met Company

Nutrition Assistant/Cook

Cleveland, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Prepare meals, following daily menus planned by the agency's Nutrition Specialist, Health Services ... Maintain confidentiality of program records and participant data. * Assist in meeting agency non ...

Beta Academy

Cafeteria Aide- Part Time

Houston, TX

May be asked to work full 8 hour day if other Child Nutrition Program staff are absent * Assist other CNP staff during down time, meal preparation, meal service, and with deliveries. * Perform other ...

Beta Academy

CNP Dishwasher- Part Time

Houston, TX

$14/hr

May be asked to work full 8 hour day if other Child Nutrition Program staff are absent * Assist other Child Nutrition staff during down time. * Performs other related duties as required by the Child ...

Beta Academy

CNP Cafeteria Cook

Houston, TX

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

Kitchen Lead Responsibilities * Assist in executing any and all meal programs (grab n go, field trip meals, traditional breakfast/lunch, special diets, etc.) * Maintain child nutrition program ...

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How much do nutrition program assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for nutrition program assistant in Spring, TX is $40,687.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,400.00 and $42,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Nutrition Program Assistant do?

A Nutrition Program Assistant supports nutritionists and dietitians in implementing and managing nutrition education programs. They help organize community outreach activities, prepare educational materials, and assist in teaching healthy eating habits to various groups. Their work often involves collecting and recording data, providing administrative support, and helping participants with resources or program enrollment. Nutrition Program Assistants play a key role in ensuring nutrition programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

What are some common challenges Nutrition Program Assistants face when working with diverse communities?

Nutrition Program Assistants often work with individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which can present challenges such as language barriers, varying levels of nutrition literacy, and differing dietary preferences or needs. Building trust and effectively communicating the benefits of nutrition programs requires adaptability and cultural sensitivity. Successful assistants utilize creative teaching approaches, collaborate closely with community organizations, and remain patient while fostering positive relationships to overcome these challenges and promote healthy eating habits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, you need basic nutrition knowledge, organizational skills, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in nutrition or health sciences. Familiarity with database management tools, Microsoft Office, and sometimes nutrition analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork help build trust with clients and effectively deliver nutrition education. These skills and qualities are essential for supporting program goals, ensuring accurate information delivery, and fostering positive community health outcomes.
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Nutrition Assistant

Nutrition Assistant

Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston, TX

$14.75 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Houston Methodist rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 293 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Full Time
Shift: Days
At Houston Methodist, the Nutrition Assistant position is responsible for educating the patient on the dining services programs/process, is the initial point of contact for problem resolution, and assures that information regarding the diet is accurate. This position is available to assist the patient with menu selection specific to their physician prescribed diet order, ensure timely meal/tray delivery, and monitor feedback for improvement in selection and quality. The Nutrition Assistant position is responsible for correcting issues relayed from patients to appropriate staff and communicates with peers and management regarding identified hazards in the workplace, following correct procedures in sanitation of work areas as appropriate. This position follows all department policies and procedures and complies with the local relevant Food Ordinances.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE
  • One year of customer service or hospitality experience preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Must have one of the following certifications: • Food Handlers Permit - Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) • Certified Food Manager - Obtain in 90 days; Once Food Service Manager Certification is obtained, Food Handler Permit is no longer required; Food Service Manager must be renewed every 5 years

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Must possess good communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrates good judgment in professional decision-making
  • Demonstrates skills and ability to obtain as well as analyze pertinent information in order to make informed decisions
  • Demonstrates active listening skills giving full attention to what other people are saying
  • Demonstrates the skills and ability to take appropriate follow-up action to ensure that the workload is processed and identified discrepancies are resolved within established time frames
  • Demonstrates good judgment in professional decision-making

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Greets patients, using their name whenever possible, and educates them on the dining services programs/process, specific to their physician prescribed diet order when available. Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff. Communicates clearly and professionally to nursing, interprofessional staff and peers to promote both work efforts and problem resolution.
  • Serves as the first point of contact for all complaints involving patient Food Services. Follows through with resolving any problems and communicating to management when patient food service problems are identified.
  • Communicates pertinent information, e.g., difficulty eating, poor appetite, nourishment concerns, formula usage, requests to see the Dietitian, etc., to ensure proper handling and processing of information.
  • Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Assures that all new admits receive information regarding the operation of the dining services program and their prescribed diets. Assists and accommodates patients, as needed, with information regarding their diets, e.g., answering questions about their menu selections, placing their order using computerized software, meal ordering directions and problems, etc. Distributes tube feedings, nourishments/supplements, fruit baskets, and birthday cakes, when ordered, to patients at the assigned times.
  • Identifies menu items and describes every item on the menu, responding to inquiries regarding taste and ingredients, as appropriate.
  • Checks the tray for accuracy and presentation prior to delivering to the patient. Secures any missing items or additional items requested by the patient at the time of delivery. Assists in plating food items on patients’ trays during peak times, per team leader or management. Delivers trays and sets up accordingly.
  • Accurately logs and tracks customer concerns on appropriate document. Utilizes appropriate patient identifiers prior to meal delivery. Ensures that patients are satisfied with all levels of service ensuring that patient is satisfied prior to leaving the room. Contributes towards improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Confirms diet orders listed as “no orders” on the patient meal work sheets, including orders, which do not conform to standard diet orders, maintaining current and knowledgeable of patient diet orders and hospital menus. Reviews Insulin reports/tickets for patients on diabetic medications that require medication reminders prior to meal delivery as appropriate; contacts nursing accordingly.
  • Performs quality or PI projects, as directed, which may include test trays. Ensures correct selection of meals is served to reduce waste and redundancy. Collects soiled trays from patient rooms, returns to food carts and records calorie count information on the tray tickets.
  • Provides accurate documentation of work performed. Maintains an orderly work area, ensuring that supplies, equipment, parts, etc., are stored in cabinets, closets or other designated areas.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Inventories and keeps condiments at pre-established amounts to reduce waste and stay within budgeting funds. Maintains stock of patient menus on assigned floors.
  • Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Makes recommendations to improve patient satisfaction scores through excellent room service advocacy. Assists management in developing as well as implementing process improvements for increasing patient satisfaction.
  • Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: Yes
    • Scrubs: No
    • Business professional: No
    • Other (department approved): Yes

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* No

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE
  • One year of customer service or hospitality experience preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Must have one of the following certifications: • Food Handlers Permit - Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) • Certified Food Manager - Obtain in 90 days; Once Food Service Manager Certification is obtained, Food Handler Permit is no longer required; Food Service Manager must be renewed every 5 years

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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