Kitchen Assistant

Tender Care Medical Services, INC; Lake Park (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Care Centers is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our team. This role supports feeding medically complex children by preparing meals according to physician-ordered dietary requirements in a clean, safe clinical kitchen.

Full-time hours are 8am–2pm Monday through Friday and 8am–12pm Saturdays. You will follow approved menus, observe all food safety and sanitation guidelines, manage allergy lists and texture modification charts, record meals, monitor inventory, stock supplies, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR Certification required before start.
• Willingness to obtain Level 2 Background Screening Clearance before start.
• Food Safety Manager Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Previous experience in food service, dietary services, childcare, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to doctor orders.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Accurately follow allergy lists, dietary restrictions, and dysphagia charts.
• Record all meals and snacks served.
• Monitor food inventory and notify management of supply needs.
• Stock and organize kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and prep areas.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Record keeping

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma

CPR Certification

Background screening Level 2

Food Safety Manager Certification

Job description

Tender Care Centers is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for medically complex children while ensuring all meals are prepared and served according to physician-ordered dietary requirements.

Full-Time: 8am – 2pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays 8am to 12pm.

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to approved menus as prescribed by a doctor.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Accurately follow allergy lists, dietary restrictions, and dysphagia (texture modification) charts.
• Record all meals and snacks served.
• Monitor food inventory and notify management of supply needs.
• Stock and organize kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, food preparation areas, and storage areas

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR Certification prior to start
• Willingness to obtain Level 2 Background Screening Clearance prior to start: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
• Food Safety Manager Certification or willing to obtain
• Previous experience in food service, dietary services, childcare, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds from floor to waist level.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of medically complex children and their families every day.

Tender Care PPEC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.