Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
As a Diet Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting safe, accurate, and efficient meal service for our patients. Working under the direction of Principal Food Service Supervisors, you’ll serve as a key connection point between patients, the Call Center, and our food production and assembly teams.
In this role, you’ll obtain and enter patient meal orders, ensure selections meet prescribed diet requirements, and help coordinate meal information with the Production and Assembly areas. You’ll work in a fast-paced call center environment where accuracy, communication, and attention to detail are essential to delivering a positive patient experience.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, and contributing to a team where their work directly supports patient care.
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Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
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Basic knowledge of mathematics, measurements, and portion sizes
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Knowledge of therapeutic diets and dietary requirements
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Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment
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Ability to answer telephone calls with a pleasant and professional demeanor
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to communicate information clearly, effectively, and concisely
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Basic computer literacy and ability to learn and use computer systems
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
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