Summary of Duties:

• Obtain patients’ meal selections and food preferences on a daily basis

• Enter patients’ menu selections into the computer system.

• Process and enter patients’ food preferences

• Process diet changes, print late trays as requested

• Answer phone, handle and direct food related queries to appropriate staff.

• Additional tasks as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Student or graduate of Food & Nutrition program is preferred

• 1 year Nutrition/diet related experience is preferred

• Good telephone manner with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written

• Good interpersonal skills, demonstrated Patient Focused Care Philosophy

• Knowledge of therapeutic nutrition is an asset

• CBORD knowledge is preferred

• Food Handler Certification is an asset

• Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook

• Keyboarding skills at 50 w.p.m. with maximum 5% error rate

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently