Therapeutic Diet Kitchen Assistant

Encompass Health Corporation; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Florida is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide who will help prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role is vital for maintaining the nutritional needs of patients, as well as ensuring the quality of meals for employees and visitors.

The ideal candidate will possess a food handler's permit and preferably have institutional cooking experience. Join a vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence and a passion for healthcare.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit is required.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Recent institutional cooking experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients.
• Maintain proper temperature for hot and cold foods.
• Assemble patient trays to meet time tables.
• Clean and sanitize all assigned areas.
• Deliver late patient trays and supplements as needed.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Institutional cooking experience

Ability to follow recipes

Time management skills

Education

Food handler's permit

Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation in Florida is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide who will help prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role is vital for maintaining the nutritional needs of patients, as well as ensuring the quality of meals for employees and visitors.

The ideal candidate will possess a food handler's permit and preferably have institutional cooking experience. Join a vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence and a passion for healthcare.