Therapeutic Diet Kitchen Aide

Encompass Health Corporation; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide to support therapeutic diets and patient meals in a hospital setting. You will help prepare meals for patients, employees, and visitors while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes accurate portioning, timely food service, and collaboration with culinary and patient care teams. Join a values‑driven organization recognized for caring leadership and opportunities to grow in a national inpatient rehabilitation

Qualifications

• Must be able to support therapeutic diets and food preparation standards.
• Ability to interpret recipes and follow written/verbal orders.
• Strong sanitation and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper temperature for hot and cold foods.
• Interpret recipes and follow orders.
• Break down carts and remove scraps from patient trays.
• Assemble/deliver late patient trays and special requests.
• Portion, weigh, and garnish food according to menus.
• Assemble patient trays to meet schedules.
• Assist patients in menu completion.
• Clean and sanitize all assigned areas.
• Plan and manage time to complete tasks.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Food handler's permit

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide to support therapeutic diets and patient meals in a hospital setting. You will help prepare meals for patients, employees, and visitors while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes accurate portioning, timely food service, and collaboration with culinary and patient care teams. Join a values‑driven organization recognized for caring leadership and opportunities to grow in a national inpatient rehabilitation