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Patient Dining Associate I

Sentara
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/7/2026

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking Patient Dining Associates for the Food Service Department

Hours/Shift - Full-time, Rotating Shift - Work Full-time, 12-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., including every other weekend. 

(Up to $1,500 Sign-on Bonus for qualified candidates)

Responsible for patient meal service food on assigned units. Communicates patient food issues/concerns and needs to Food & Nutrition Services and interacts with Nursing regarding patient nutrition needs or requirements. Assist dietitians with monitoring of patients on NPO, clear liquid and full liquid diets and records food intake for patients on intake analysis. React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services and accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets. Familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction. Responsible for patient satisfaction on assigned units.

Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted.

Certified Food Service Handler's Card (as required by local Health Department).

Education

  • High School Grad or Equivalent / Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted.

Certification/Licensure

  • Food Handlers Card - Certification - Food Service Certification (Required)

Experience

  • Previous Customer Service Experience (Preferred)
  • Food Service Experience (Preferred)

Keywords: Patient Dining Associate, Patient Dining, Catering, Food Service, Customer Service, Talroo - food service 

Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000

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