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Nutrition Assistant

Mercy
Mercy Salary
Saint Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2027

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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 monitoring of meal service. The Nutrition Assistant excels at customer service and personal interaction with patients, their families, and hospital staff.

Position Details:

Qualifications

Preferred Education: High School diploma or equivalent.


Certifications:

  • Jefferson: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire

  • SPRG: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire

Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Ability to read and write well. Basic computer skills. Nutrition in a Nutshell within 90 days. Positive attitude, friendly smile, good personal appearance. Willingness to learn and work as part of a team. Working conditions, mental and physical requirements: Equipment used: Computer and/or tablet, basic food service equipment

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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