Mid Level Food Service Assistant Jobs
Mid level food service assistant jobs go to candidates ready to take ownership of daily operations, mentor newer team members, and keep service running smoothly with minimal supervision. Roles are predominantly on-site across Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Taher, Ferrero, and Sauer Brands hiring at this level now.
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West River Health Services is a mission-driven Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic serving the residents of southwestern North Dakota. Guided by our core values of Excellence, Innovation, Compassion, and Respect, we're committed to providing the kind of quality health care typically found in larger cities, delivered with small-town friendliness and individual care. We believe our employees are the foundation of that commitment, working together to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
Job Summary
Organizes, plans, directs and supervises Food and Nutrition Services department functions to comply with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures, state health department regulations, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (A.N.D.) and Education Recognition Program (ERP)’s. Provides nutrition care for hospitalized patients, outpatients, WIC clients, nursing home residents and resident of facilities for the developmentally disables. Provides nutrition and diabetes education for individuals and groups.
Key Responsibilities
- Organizes, plans, directs and supervises Food and Nutrition Services and Diabetes Care and Education departments’ functions to comply with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures, state health department regulations, and Education Recognition Program (ERP)’s National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES).
Develops and implements appropriate nutrition care plans, assesses and revises as needed.
Assess departments’ needs for appropriate staff and supplies, equipment, storage, time and space.
Assess and evaluate patient nutrition status and needs
Develops policies and procedures, job descriptions and menus.
Plans and conducts nutrition and diabetes education for individuals and groups.
Provides consultation services to facilities as contracted by WRHS.
Serves as WIC director/ high risk nutritionist for Adams County WIC, performing duties as directed by the North Dakota WIC Program.
Develops annual budgets.
Evaluates effectiveness of diabetes Education Recognition Program (ERP).
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics as required to qualify for registration exam
- Registered or registry eligible dietitian
Three years of related work experience preferred
Licensed in North and South Dakota
Day shift with occasional rotation to assist on evenings/weekends
West River Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Mid Level Food Service Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level food service assistant job?
Position your experience around ownership and consistency. Highlight times you managed a station independently, trained coworkers, or resolved service challenges without escalating. Emphasize food safety certifications, familiarity with health department standards, and your ability to maintain quality during high-volume periods. Applications that show you can be counted on without close supervision land mid level roles.
Which companies hire mid level food service assistants?
Companies hiring mid level food service assistants right now include Taher, Ferrero, and Sauer Brands, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitals, school districts, hotel groups, and large contract food service operators tend to hire most actively at this experience level, often seeking candidates who can step into team-lead or relief supervisor capacity when needed.
Are there remote mid level food service assistant jobs?
Yes, though most food service assistant roles are on-site by nature. About 33% of mid level food service assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically involve coordination, scheduling, or procurement support rather than hands-on service. If flexibility is a priority, filtering for administrative or operational support roles within food service broadens your options.
How do I move up to a mid level food service assistant role?
Moving into a mid level food service assistant role comes from building consistent reliability over your early years and gradually expanding your scope. Focus on mastering food safety protocols, taking on closing or opening duties, and volunteering to train new hires. Demonstrating measurable impact, like reducing waste or improving prep efficiency, signals readiness for greater responsibility to hiring managers.
Which industries hire the most mid level food service assistants?
Mid Level food service assistant roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume, structured food programs that depend on experienced staff who can maintain quality and compliance standards without constant oversight.