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Select Medical

Food Service Aide

Mount Clemens, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $16/hr

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Select Specialty Hospital Food Service Aide PRN/Per Diem Do you enjoy preparing delicious food? Would you like to help patients who are recovering from a serious ...

Cabell Huntington Hospital

Food Service Aide

Huntington, WV · On-site

$11 - $14.50/hr

... Huntington Hospital is seeking a part-time Food Service Aide/Attendant. Under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Service Aide/Attendant performs a variety of patient food ...

Cabell Huntington Hospital

Food Service Aide

Huntington, WV · On-site

$11 - $14.50/hr

... Huntington Hospital is seeking a part-time Food Service Aide/Attendant. Under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Service Aide/Attendant performs a variety of patient food ...

Cabell Huntington Hospital

Food Service Aide

Huntington, WV

$11 - $14.50/hr

Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a part-time Food Service Aide/Attendant. Under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Service Aide/Attendant performs a variety of patient food ...

Cabell Huntington Hospital

Food Service Aide

Huntington, WV

$11 - $14.50/hr

Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a part-time Food Service Aide/Attendant. Under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Service Aide/Attendant performs a variety of patient food ...

SpiriTrust

Food Service Aide

Chambersburg, PA · On-site

$16/hr

Food Service Aide: Concordia at SpiriTrust - Luther Ridge (formerly SpiriTrust Lutheran) is looking for a Food Service Aide to join our team! If you enjoy serving, working with people, and being part ...

clh

Food Service Aide

Chambersburg, PA · On-site

$16/hr

Food Service Aide: Concordia at SpiriTrust - Luther Ridge (formerly SpiriTrust Lutheran) is looking for a Food Service Aide to join our team! If you enjoy serving, working with people, and being part ...

clh

Food Service Aide

Gettysburg, PA · On-site

$16.05/hr

As a Food Service Aide, you will have the responsibility to serve quality food to our residents. What You'll do as a Food Service Aide: * Assist with preparation, cooking, and baking * Waiting tables ...

SpiriTrust

Food Service Aide

Gettysburg, PA · On-site

$16.05/hr

As a Food Service Aide, you will have the responsibility to serve quality food to our residents. What You'll do as a Food Service Aide: * Assist with preparation, cooking, and baking * Waiting tables ...

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How much do hospital food service aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital food service aide in the United States is $14.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital food service aide?

Hospital food service aides are support staff who help prepare, deliver, and serve meals to patients, staff, and visitors within a hospital. They are responsible for following dietary guidelines provided by healthcare professionals, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards, and ensuring that patients receive the correct meals according to their specific medical or nutritional needs. This role often involves interacting with patients, working as part of a team, and helping with kitchen duties such as dishwashing and restocking supplies. Hospital food service aides play an important part in patient care by supporting nutritional well-being and contributing to a positive hospital experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital food service aide?

To thrive as a Hospital Food Service Aide, you need basic food preparation knowledge, understanding of dietary restrictions, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety protocols, and health department regulations is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and a customer-service mindset help ensure patient satisfaction and safe meal delivery. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining nutritional standards, supporting patient recovery, and ensuring a safe, efficient food service environment in healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges hospital food service aides face, and how can they be managed?

Hospital Food Service Aides often encounter challenges such as adhering to strict dietary guidelines for patients, working efficiently during busy meal times, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Managing these challenges requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions carefully, and good communication skills to coordinate with kitchen and nursing staff. Staying organized and being proactive in preparing for meal service can help reduce stress and ensure patient satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Food Service Aide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,118 per year, or $15 per hour.

Hospital Food Service Aide/Dietary Aide- Full-time

Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central

Orlando, FL • On-site

$12.50 - $15.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Overview
Position: Hospital Food Service Aide/ Dietary Aide
Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central
Schedule: Full-time
This Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives - and every team member plays a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.
Why Join Us:
  • Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
  • Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection
  • Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities
  • You will perform a variety of patient food services, dining room services and dish room services.
  • You will be an integral part of the food preparations, serving of the prepared food to patients, families, staff and visitors and assisting in clean up.
  • Being timely and efficient when preparing food.
  • Providing high quality food preparation and service.
  • Completing all procedures scheduled during the shift without compromising the quality of work.
  • Volunteering to help in other areas of the kitchen when necessary.
  • Operating equipment and performing related duties in a safe manner

Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous healthcare food service experience preferred.

Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

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