Nutrition Services Aide

Base pay range

$15.00/hr – $20.00/hr

Nutrition Services Aide at Encompass Health

As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a vital role in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients and preparing meals for employees, visitors, and special events. This position combines culinary expertise with patient care to support the well‑being of our patients.

• Maintain proper temperature for both hot and cold foods.
• Interpret written recipes and follow written or verbal orders, requests, and instructions.
• Break down carts and remove scraps from patient trays.
• Assemble and deliver late patient trays, supplements, nourishing items, and special requests as needed.
• Portion, weigh, and garnish food according to menu and specific 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.

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required 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.
• May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings, and/or night shifts if needed.

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full‑time, part‑time employees and families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do.

Encompass Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected classification.

Location:

Bedford, TX