Hospital Dietary Aide — Patient Meals

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus is seeking a dependable Dietary Services Worker/Aide to join our team in Hialeah, FL. This full-time role supports daily food service operations, ensuring patients receive safe, accurate meals per physician orders and dietary guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in food service, and knowledge of basic food safety; ServSafe certification is a plus. Join a hospital team dedicated to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food service, healthcare, or hospitality preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices; ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow diet orders and meal tickets accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble patient meal trays according to prescribed diets and menu selections.
• Deliver and retrieve meal trays in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure accuracy of patient diet orders and proper food portions.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, work areas, and equipment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with food preparation, including washing, cutting, and portioning ingredients.
• Follow infection control and food safety procedures at all times.
• Stock supplies and maintain inventory levels as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with dishwashing and waste disposal as required.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA, HACCP).

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Job description

Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus is seeking a dependable Dietary Services Worker/Aide to join our team in Hialeah, FL. This full-time role supports daily food service operations, ensuring patients receive safe, accurate meals per physician orders and dietary guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in food service, and knowledge of basic food safety; ServSafe certification is a plus. Join a hospital team dedicated to patient care and safety.