Nutrition Distribution Specialist

Job Description:Responsible for the receiving, storing, and rotating food and non-food inventory for the Nutrition Services Department per department protocols and guidelines during the entire shift including items up to 50 pounds. Follows regulatory guidelines for maintaining proper food temperatures to ensure food safety throughout the receiving and storage process.Position DetailsPay Rate: Based on Experience ($17.25 - $22.43)Work Schedule: 8 hours per weekDays Assigned: Monday, Wednesday & FridayShift Assigned: 7:30am-10:00amAdditional Details: Physically demanding position requiring management & organization of food & department inventory to support business needsBenefits Eligible: NoEssential FunctionsJob EssentialsReceiving and Storage Functions:Receives and verifies physical shipment with packing slips and purchase orders and notifies Culinary procurement of discrepancies. Identifies damaged or missing items to expedite credits and refuses sub-standard productsStocks materials in proper storage locations following FIFO and labels products according to department procedures. Follows HACCP, local and state health department standards.Processes outbound (shipping) supplies and equipment to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Maintains a clean and orderly storage and receiving area/dock.Distribution Functions:Picks orders according to production needs, verifies unit of measurement, quality and correct product.Ensures all delivery containers are labelled, dated and staged properly.Problem solves picking issues by making adjustments and corrections to pick lists.Performs data entry on materials that were disbursed and transferred.Distributes food and non-food products to assigned locations, including satellite facilities.Stores and uses cleaning chemicals properly according to Joint Commission and OSHA standards.SkillsWarehouse dutiesFood handlingFood Safety and SanitationWarehousing OperationsMaterial Handling EquipmentInventory ManagementFood Service OperationsFood StoragePower Pallet JackProblem Solving (quickly & independently)Food ServicesMinimum QualificationsCurrent food handler's permitOne or more year of experience in warehouse environments & handling inventory up to 50 pounds (preferred)Demonstrated ability to write accurately and legibly.Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and apply procedures and instructionsDemonstrated ability to use a power pallet jack and all other material handling equipment.Interact with co-workers requiring the employee to verbally communicate information, as well as understand spoken information.Operate food service equipment or computer requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.See and read labels, monitors, and documents.Carry, push/pull, and walk while transporting food, supplies, and service equipment.Climb, squat, kneel, and lift (up to 50 pounds) to clean equipment and reach and retrieve food and supplies.Remain standing & walking for the entirety of the 8 hour shift.Tolerate extremes in temperature such as performing work at a grill or in a refrigerator.Location:Intermountain Health St George Regional HospitalWork City:St GeorgeWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:8The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$17.25 - $22.43We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.