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Patient Dining Associate I

Sentara
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2026

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Dining Associate for the Food Service Department

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 in regards to patient nutrition needs or requirements. Assist dietitian 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).

The Food Handler Certification is only required in the following facilities: SNGH, SLH, SOH, SCH and SWRMC

Education

  • High School Grad or Equivalent (Preferred)

 

Certification/Licensure

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

 

Experience

  • Previous Customer Service Experience (Preferred)
  • Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted (Required)
  • Food Service Experience (Preferred)

Keywords: Patient Dining Associate, Catering, Food Service, Server

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $18.02 - $26.54 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.ed Imaging Center at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is conveniently located in the heart of Virginia Beach and offers high-speed digital diagnostic equipment that provides faster and more precise results. The center provides one of the region's most advanced imaging technologies interpreted by board certified radiologists specializing in various areas of imaging.

Salary : $18 - $27

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