Diet Aide - FT

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; In loco; USD 26.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Larkin Community Hospital in South Miami, FL is seeking a Diet Aide to support the dietary department by preparing and delivering meals to patients, residents, or clients. You will help ensure dietary guidelines and individual needs are met with accuracy and care.

The role requires ability to follow instructions, knowledge of food safety, physical stamina, and strong customer-service oriented communication. Healthcare setting experience is a plus.

Competenze

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and dietary guidelines accurately.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service oriented attitude.

Mansioni

• Assist in the preparation and portioning of meals according to prescribed dietary plans and menus.
• Deliver meals to patients or residents in a timely and courteous manner, ensuring accuracy of orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and service areas in compliance with health regulations.
• Stock and replenish food supplies and utensils as needed to support efficient kitchen operations

Conoscenze

Instruction following

Food safety knowledge

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Descrizione del lavoro

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Full-Time Manual Labor Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4666

About the Role:

The Diet Aide plays a crucial role in supporting the dietary department by assisting in the preparation and delivery of meals to patients, residents, or clients in healthcare or institutional settings. This position ensures that dietary guidelines and individual nutritional needs are met with accuracy and care, contributing to the overall health and well-being of those served.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and dietary guidelines accurately.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service oriented attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a healthcare or food service environment.
• Certification in food handling or safety (e.g., ServSafe).
• Familiarity with specialized diets such as diabetic, low sodium, or allergen-free menus.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Bilingual skills to effectively communicate with diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and portioning of meals according to prescribed dietary plans and menus.
• Deliver meals to patients or residents in a timely and courteous manner, ensuring accuracy of orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and service areas in compliance with health regulations.
• Stock and replenish food supplies and utensils as needed to support efficient kitchen operations