Therapeutic Diet & Patient Meal Aide

Encompass Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide to support therapeutic and modified diets and to prepare meals for patients, staff, visitors, and events. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and food safety within a hospital setting.

You will work with a dedicated team to ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, assist with menu completion, and maintain clean, organized kitchen and dining areas. This position offers opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if mandated by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets preferred.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper temperature for hot and cold foods.
• Interpret written recipes and follow orders and instructions.
• Break down carts and remove scraps from patient trays.
• Assemble/deliver late patient trays, supplements and nourishments as needed.
• Portion, weigh, and garnish food according to menus and diet instructions.
• Assemble patient trays to meet time tables.
• Assist patients in completing menus.
• Clean and sanitize all assigned areas.
• Organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments.

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Nutrition Services Aide to support therapeutic and modified diets and to prepare meals for patients, staff, visitors, and events. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and food safety within a hospital setting.

You will work with a dedicated team to ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, assist with menu completion, and maintain clean, organized kitchen and dining areas. This position offers opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.