Nutritional Host
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEverett Turnpike, Ward 8, Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, 03060, United States
About the Team
Covenant Health is a Catholic health ministry dedicated to providing healing and care for the whole person in service to all communities. Our mission is grounded in four core values: Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. We strive to show respect and sensitivity to every individual, promote ethical behavior, work in partnership to create healthy communities, and deliver services with the highest level of quality.
About the Role
This position is vital to the patient experience, serving as the bridge between nutritional guidelines and daily care. You will be responsible for collecting patient menus and correcting them according to the prescribed diet following Academy of Nutrition and Dietitians guidelines. Your work involves assembling all meals and delivering them directly to patients, ensuring their dietary needs are met with precision and care.
You will work closely with nursing staff and administration to ensure patient satisfaction and address specific dietary requirements. This role includes patient education regarding menus, selecting meals for those unable to choose, and interacting with patient family members as needed. Additionally, you will calculate formula requirements for tube feeding and manage various kitchen duties, such as operating equipment, assisting in the dish room, and preparing the kitchen for upcoming meal periods.
Hiring Process
Applicants are encouraged to review the Standards of Conduct, which all employees must abide by and report any violations of. For more information on our culture and how our people make a difference, please visit our careers page to see firsthand what makes our employees and culture shine.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Everett Turnpike, Ward 8, Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, 03060, United States
Nashua, New Hampshire
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCalculate formula requirements for tube feeding based on rate and strength
- check_circleCollect patient menus and correct meals according to prescribed diet guidelines
- check_circleDeliver patient meals and communicate regarding daily meal selections
- check_circleCollaborate with nursing staff to meet patient dietary needs and ensure satisfaction
- check_circleProvide patient education regarding menu options as needed
- check_circleSelect meals for patients who are unable to make their own choices
- check_circleOperate kitchen equipment including blenders, dishwashers, and coffee urns
- check_circlePerform miscellaneous kitchen duties such as dish room assistance and setup
- check_circlePrepare and assemble all meals according to menu specifications
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Graduate or GED preferred
- verifiedSome food service and diet office experience preferred
Nice to Have
High School Graduate or GED. Some food service and diet office experience.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Patient Menu Collection, Prescribed Diet, Academy Of Nutrition And Dietitians Guidelines, Patient Education, Tube Feeding, Computer, Kitchen Equipment, Coffee Urns, Can Openers, Blender.
Education: High School Graduate or GED preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH)
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Day-to-day, the Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) will calculate formula requirements for tube feeding based on rate and strength; collect patient menus and correct meals according to prescribed diet guidelines; deliver patient meals and communicate regarding daily meal selections; and collaborate with nursing staff to meet patient dietary needs and ensure satisfaction.
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To qualify for the Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) position, applicants should have: High School Graduate or GED preferred; and Some food service and diet office experience preferred.
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Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) is based in Everett Turnpike, Ward 8, Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, 03060, United States. This is a on-site role.
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St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) has listed this Nutritional Host role as on-site.
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Candidates for Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) should have entry level.
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Key skills for Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) include Patient Menu Collection; Prescribed Diet; Academy Of Nutrition And Dietitians Guidelines; Patient Education; Tube Feeding; Computer; Kitchen Equipment; and Coffee Urns.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School Graduate or GED preferred.
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Nutritional Host at St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH) is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.
About St. Joseph Hospital (Nashua, NH)
St. Joseph Hospital operates as a 208-bed acute care facility within the Hospitals and Health Care industry, serving the Nashua, New Hampshire community. As a member of Covenant Health, the organization leverages over a century of service since 1908 to deliver high-quality medical care through innovation and advanced technology. The hospital focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease while integrating personalized medicine into its clinical operations.
The facility provides round-the-clock emergency and trauma services alongside specialized care centers for cardiovascular health, diabetes, breast care, and oncology. Notable achievements include a DNV-accredited stroke program within its acute inpatient rehabilitation center and labor and delivery services recognized by patients as among the best nationally. An extensive network of primary and specialty care providers supports these services, with partnerships extending to regional health systems such as Lahey Health and Dartmouth-Hitchcock.
The hospital functions as part of Covenant Health, a not-for-profit regional health delivery network rooted in Catholic values. This network encompasses hospitals, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community-based elder care organizations across New England and Pennsylvania. St. Joseph Hospital continues to expand its footprint and capabilities to address the evolving health needs of the Nashua area while maintaining a commitment to patient-centered outcomes.
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