Nutrition Assistant - Rehabilitation Hospital - Full-Time - Longboat Key, FL

Job overview

The Nutrition Assistant is an onsite role based in Longboat Key, FL, with compensation not specified. This position supports the nutrition services department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota, contributing to the well-being of patients through high-quality meal preparation. The role exists to ensure patients receive appropriate therapeutic and modified diets while also assisting with meal service for staff and visitors. The aide is responsible for food assembly, sanitation, and maintaining strict adherence to safety and dietary guidelines to support the hospital's rehabilitation mission.

What you'll do

• Maintain proper temperature for both hot and cold foods.
• Interpret written recipes and follow instructions.
• Break down carts and remove scraps from patient trays.
• Assemble/deliver late patient trays, supplements, and special requests.
• Portion, weigh, and garnish food according to menus.
• 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.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

longboat key fl

encompass health

nutrition aide

food service

healthcare

onsite

weekend required

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, employee stock purchase plans, flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Why this role

Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award recipient.

About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.