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Diet Clerk
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Glendale, CA, 91204
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 24-24 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
We're looking for a dedicated Diet Clerk to join our dynamic Nutrition Services team. This isn't just about processing orders; it's about being the vital link between our patients' dietary needs and their well-being.
As a Diet Clerk, you'll be at the heart of our patients' nutritional care, ensuring they receive the right meals to support their recovery and comfort. You'll be:
- Engaging directly with patients (or their families) to understand their preferences, allergies, and dietary restrictions, making mealtime a more personalized and positive experience.
- Translating complex dietary orders into actionable meal plans, ensuring accuracy that directly impacts patient health.
- Seamlessly bridging the gap between nursing staff, dietitians, and our culinary team, making sure everyone is on the same page about patient needs
- Managing meal orders, special requests, and dietary changes with precision, using our state-of-the-art systems.
- Contributing daily to a high-quality food service operation that is essential to patient recovery and satisfaction.
This position is represented by CHEU and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma required.
- College-level nutrition courses preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field preferred.
- Previous 1-year kitchen experience preferred.
- Previous Clinical Nutrition office experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Founded in 1926, Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit, community hospital located in Glendale, California. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including its award winning heart center, the colorectal surgery institute, a gastrointestinal program, and is a Los Angeles County approved primary stroke center. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. Visit here https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/glendalememorial for more information.
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Frequently asked questions
Having a solid grasp of nutrition principles helps Diet Clerks accurately interpret dietary orders and cater to patients' specific health needs. In Glendale, CA, where health standards are high, understanding nutrition can enhance meal planning precision and patient satisfaction.
Starting as a Diet Clerk opens pathways toward roles like Clinical Nutrition Assistant or Registered Dietitian. Gaining experience in dietary processing and patient interaction can lead to advanced positions within healthcare nutrition services.
Strong communication, attention to detail in managing dietary restrictions, and familiarity with electronic meal ordering systems distinguish Diet Clerks locally. These skills ensure smooth coordination between patients, dietitians, and kitchen teams.
Catholic Health Initiatives invests in employee development by providing training tailored to dietary procedures and patient care protocols, enhancing Diet Clerks’ ability to deliver personalized nutrition services effectively.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, Diet Clerks engage closely with patients and families to customize meal plans, supported by cutting-edge meal management technology, fostering a more integrated and patient-focused nutrition service.
Glendale exhibits moderate demand for Diet Clerks with steady openings, but competition remains due to the city's reputable healthcare facilities. Candidates with clinical nutrition experience tend to stand out in this market.
Diet Clerks in Glendale typically earn between $33,000 and $42,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This reflects the region's healthcare sector standards and cost of living.
Glendale’s well-connected transit options and manageable traffic make commuting to Glendale Memorial Hospital practical for Diet Clerks. However, proximity to the hospital can significantly reduce travel time and improve work-life balance.
They favor candidates with prior kitchen or clinical nutrition office exposure, plus familiarity with dietary software systems, ensuring Diet Clerks can efficiently handle meal orders and communicate patient needs.
By ensuring precise meal preparation aligned with dietary restrictions and preferences, Diet Clerks support healing and patient comfort, acting as a vital communication channel between medical teams and food service.