Menu Specialist PT- Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
About The Position
Menu Specialist – Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital, Bradford, MA Part-Time 16 hours/week Rotating Saturdays & Sundays | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM or 9:30AM - 6:00PM Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital is looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Menu Specialist to support our Nutrition Services team on weekends. This isn’t your average food service job—you’ll play a key part in helping patients get the right meals for their recovery, tailored to their medical and cultural needs. It’s all about care, connection, and a strong eye for detail. At Whittier, we take food seriously. As a Menu Specialist, you’ll ensure our patients get meals that are not just tasty but medically appropriate. You’ll help protect their health, improve their recovery experience, and make sure their individual preferences are honored. This is a Part-Time Position —must be able to work every other Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 9:30AM - 6:00PM. Pay: $17.00–$19.00/hour
Requirements
- Someone with 3–4 years of experience in food service, ideally in a healthcare setting
- High school graduate (or GED equivalent)—additional nutrition coursework is a big plus
- Able to use basic math and computer skills to manage dietary data and order entries
- Patient, observant, and respectful—able to listen, communicate clearly, and support patients of all ages, from adolescents to seniors
- Comfortable working independently, but also part of a tight, mission-driven team
Nice To Haves
- additional nutrition coursework
Responsibilities
- Adjust patient profiles and menu tickets based on dietary orders
- Modify menus to meet clinical dietary needs while supporting patient preferences
- Collect and log new dietary orders from physicians and ensure accurate implementation
- Supervise tray line for accuracy, making real-time adjustments to ensure patient safety
- Interview patients and families to understand specific preferences, allergies, or cultural considerations
- Prepare Production Sheets for the kitchen by tallying daily menu selections
- Stock prescribed enteral feeding products on patient units
- Assist the Dietitian in basic patient education and nutritional communication
Benefits
- Steady weekday and weekend hours in a respectful, team-first environment
- Pride in knowing you’re part of something bigger than yourself
- Leadership that values your attention to detail and reliability
- Competitive pay and supportive coworkers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
