Compassionate Patient Meal Specialist

Firelands-Health; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Recognition program

Local discounts

Job summary

Firelands-Health is seeking a patient-focused Dietary Aide to support hospital food service operations. You will assist with meals, nutrition monitoring, and basic sanitation while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include meal ordering, tray delivery, freezer/refrigerator organization, and coordination with nursing and dietitians. We value punctuality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write small letters and numbers.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral communication.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and be mobile.
• Punctual attendance at assigned work location is required.
• Ability to comply with OSHA regulations and CDC standards and to use proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Checks NPO status with Nursing and collects meal menus from patients; enters meal orders and delivers trays.
• Organizes and cleans patient refrigerators, discards outdated items, and reports to Diet Office Operators.
• Collects dirty trays, checks unit carts, and documents intake of fluids, carbohydrates, and calories.
• Assembles and delivers floor stock orders for the assigned unit.
• Follows food safety and sanitation guidelines; ensures timely meal delivery and proper tray coverage.
• Coordinates menus with patients' families when they cannot participate in room service.

Skills

Reading ability

Written & spoken English

Basic math

Mobility

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Job description

Firelands-Health is seeking a patient-focused Dietary Aide to support hospital food service operations. You will assist with meals, nutrition monitoring, and basic sanitation while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include meal ordering, tray delivery, freezer/refrigerator organization, and coordination with nursing and dietitians. We value punctuality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced healthcare setting.