Nutrition Services Aide

About the role

As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a crucial role in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for our patients, as well as crafting meals for employees, visitors and special functions.

Responsibilities

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

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.

Benefits

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive. While specific details may vary, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages designed to support your well-being and career growth.

Schedule

May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and/or night shifts if needed.

Pay

Details regarding pay will be provided during the interview process.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and more. Details will be shared during the hiring process.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.