Patient Dining & Food Prep Associate

HCA Healthcare; Loxahatchee Groves (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is seeking a FNS Assistant to join our Food Services team. You will prepare foods for patients, follow recipes and production sheets, and help maintain clean and organized kitchens.

You will work with a collaborative team, practice proper food handling, restock supplies, and monitor daily menu needs to minimize waste while supporting cost-conscious care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Some kitchen experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various foods and beverages for patients.
• Follow established guidelines, recipes, and production sheets.
• Label and store foods properly with date and accuracy.
• Adopt proper food handling techniques (gloves, handwashing, hair covering).
• Restock and set up food and supplies to cover service needs.
• Check daily menu needs and prep for the next day.
• Help reduce cost by minimizing waste and overproduction.
• Utilize leftovers cost-consciously and report shortages or outdated items.

Skills

Food preparation

Food handling

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Job description

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is seeking a FNS Assistant to join our Food Services team. You will prepare foods for patients, follow recipes and production sheets, and help maintain clean and organized kitchens.

You will work with a collaborative team, practice proper food handling, restock supplies, and monitor daily menu needs to minimize waste while supporting cost-conscious care.