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Encompass Health

Nutrition Services Aide

Houston, TX · On-site

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart? As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a ...

Encompass Health

Nutrition Services Aide

Houston, TX · On-site

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart? As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a ...

Encompass Health

Nutrition Services Aide

Houston, TX · On-site

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart? As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a ...

Encompass Health

Nutrition Services Aide

Houston, TX · On-site

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Hiring for full-time and PRN positions Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart? As a ...

Encompass Health

Nutrition Services Aide

Katy, TX

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart? As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a ...

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How much do nutrition aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition aide in Spring, TX is $14.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.11 and $16.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nutrition aide?

A nutrition aide prepares food to meet the dietary needs of patients. Job duties include preparing meals in a nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital, or any other facility where patients or clients eat on a regular basis. Career qualifications include experience with meal preparation and cooking skills, but knowledge of nutrition and menu planning is also important. In assisted living facilities, you may aid residents in planning their menus and sourcing ingredients so that they can prepare meals themselves.

What are some common challenges nutrition aides face when working in healthcare settings, and how can they overcome them?

Nutrition Aides often work in fast-paced healthcare environments, such as hospitals or long-term care facilities, where they may face challenges like managing dietary restrictions for multiple patients, communicating effectively with medical staff, and adhering to strict sanitation protocols. To overcome these challenges, Nutrition Aides benefit from strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ongoing training in food safety and patient care standards. Building good relationships with dietitians, nurses, and kitchen staff also helps ensure accurate meal preparation and delivery, contributing to a positive patient experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition aide, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Aide, you need a basic understanding of nutrition principles, food safety, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with food preparation equipment, sanitation procedures, and sometimes certification in food handling or safety is typically required. Attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to follow instructions help Nutrition Aides excel in supporting dietary needs. These skills are critical for maintaining health standards and ensuring patients or clients receive safe, appropriate meals in healthcare or institutional settings.
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Nutrition Aide (23921)

Cantex Continuing Care Network

Houston, TX • On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Cantex Continuing Care Network rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Ashford Gardens is hiring a Full-time Dietary Aide split shift.
Please visit cantexcc.com for more information on this location.
Job Summary:
The overall purpose of the Nutrition Services Aide position is to aid in the delivery of Nutrition Services. This position may prepare and/or serve food items, prepare tables and trays, wash tableware and cooking items, perform general cleaning tasks and deliver soiled linen to the laundry department.
What We Offer You:
  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
  • Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full-time positions
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • A company culture that is committed to compassionate care
  • Complementary uniforms and many more perks and benefits

Qualifications:
  • Current state Food Handler Certificate.
  • Experience in food service and using food service equipment is preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Essential Functions:
  • Assures that sanitation and quality standards are met.
  • Washes and sanitizes dishes, pots, tableware, and utensils as needed.
  • Cleans and sanitizes equipment as assigned.
  • Completes Logs as assigned.
  • Prepares dining room tables and patient room trays with proper tableware, condiments, and tray ticket.
  • Performs various food preparation tasks and assists in apportioning servings.
  • Prepares and serves beverages for trayline and dining rooms.
  • Performs other cleaning tasks according to established schedules.
  • Prepares and/or deliver nourishment and supplements identified with patient labels.
  • Maintains tray tickets making changes as may be directed or necessary.
  • Delivers soiled linens to laundry.
  • Identifies and corrects safety hazards.
  • Fills orders for between-meal nourishments as assigned.
  • Wraps flatware in napkins, as applicable.
  • Clears and wipes dining tables and trayline following meals.
  • Maintains daily care of dishwashing, pot/pan, lavatory, and hand sinks, worktables, dish storage areas.
  • Empties trash cans per shift and cleans as assigned.
  • Performs floor care by sweeping and/or mopping.
  • Has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Network Policy and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employees responsibility to enforce it.
  • Attends in-services, understands, and complies with Patient Care Management Systems.
  • Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
  • Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

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We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.

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