Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Trenton, NJ
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
5x8 hrs

Join a fast-paced hospital dietary and nutrition services team in Trenton, New Jersey, supporting patient meal service, tray line operations, and daily kitchen workflow. This on-site Dietary Aide assignment is located in Trenton, NJ 08638—a centrally located capital city with convenient commuting routes throughout the region.

Dietary Aide Job Details

• Job Title: Dietary Aide
• Location: Trenton, NJ 08638 (On-Site)
• Start Date: 03/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Schedule: Kitchen operates 7 days/week, 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM; open availability and flexibility required
• Weekend Coverage: Rotating weekends required
• Pay Rate: $33.95/hour (Estimated Weekly Pay: $790–$850/week)
• Uniform: All black scrubs required (no jeans, sweats, or hoodies)

Dietary Aide Requirements

• Experience: Prior food service experience strongly preferred (hospital, long-term care, or high-volume setting a plus)
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
• Skills: Strong customer service, clear communication, and ability to follow menus and production sheets accurately
• Availability: Must be flexible to support coverage across all 7 days
• Vaccination: Flu vaccine required (no exceptions)
• Certifications/Licensure: None required
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs floor-to-waist and up to 35 lbs waist-and-above; frequent walking, bending, pushing/pulling

Key Responsibilities – Patient Meal Service & Tray Line

• Prepare setup lists for the patient tray line using menus and production sheets
• Submit stock sheets to the storeroom for fulfillment and delivery
• Gather correct food items and quantities for patient meal trays, Meals on Wheels, and other tray services
• Include special request items and accurately identify special orders on the tray line
• Place beverages correctly and ensure trays match patient selections
• Support Meals on Wheels tray line setup and assist as needed
• Follow portion sizes per production sheets; compare expected yield to actual servings
• Use proper utensils to maintain portion control and food quality standards
• Store leftovers properly (cover, label, date) per facility procedures
• Clean tray line, steam tables, warmers, refrigerators, and floors using approved products and procedures
• Follow HACCP guidelines, including documenting food temperatures in log books

Apply now to join our hospital nutrition services team in Trenton, NJ and support safe, accurate, and timely patient meal delivery.

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