Porter - Nutrition Dietetics

Akron, OH, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital has been a pillar of outstanding healthcare in the Akron, Ohio community for over 100 years. As part of the renowned Cleveland Clinic system, it is recognized nationally as a leading hospital known for quality patient care, innovative treatments, and compassionate service. This hospital focuses on patient-centered care, ensuring every individual and their family experiences comfort and collaborative teamwork among healthcare professionals dedicated to their well-being. The facility provides a comprehensive range of medical services including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments, all supported by a team of experts striving to meet and exceed patient expectations. At the heart of Cleveland Clinic Akron General’s success is its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence throughout every department.

The Porter position plays a crucial role within the hospital's Food and Nutrition Department, supporting both sanitation and delivery operations that are vital to patient care and hospital functionality. This is a day shift role working from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with assigned rotating weekends and holidays, ensuring ongoing operational support throughout the week. The role involves maintaining cleanliness by performing a variety of sanitary duties such as cleaning work areas, dishwashing, and sanitation of equipment including refrigeration units and kitchen appliances. The Porter also handles essential logistical tasks like requisitioning, receiving, storing, inventory management, and distribution of food and food service supplies, which directly impacts patient nutrition and satisfaction.

Individuals in this role contribute significantly to creating a positive impression on patients, families, and staff by ensuring that all food service areas maintain exemplary standards of hygiene and organization. This position requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a willingness to perform repetitive tasks reliably under time constraints. Operating equipment such as dish machines, trash compactors, and grease filtration devices safely and efficiently is a key component of the job. Additionally, the Porter is responsible for the careful handling and transportation of meals, supplies, and waste products, following all safety and regulatory standards.

Prospective candidates will find opportunities for growth within a respected healthcare institution committed to staff development and patient care excellence. The hospital encourages open communication and supports caregivers in providing stellar service, underscoring the value of each team member’s contribution. Though competitive pay varies and is discussed during the hiring process, the hospital offers a supportive environment where teamwork, safety, and patient satisfaction are paramount. Joining Cleveland Clinic Akron General as a Porter means becoming part of a dedicated team focused on improving community health while fostering a workplace culture that values respect, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements

Three months of experience in the same type of work
Understanding of orders/invoices
Ability to tolerate hands and arms frequently immersed in water and dishwashing compounds
Ability to work rapidly to meet time deadlines
Performs work requiring continuous standing and lifting of materials (50-60 pounds) with high requirements for good eyesight and good arm and hand dexterity
Good eye/hand coordination essential
Ability to work most of the day while standing, walking, lifting, reaching, bending, carrying, climbing and pushing
Willingness to do Lead Porter work when required

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred
Dietary experience preferred
One year of experience as a Porter preferred
Knowledge of mathematics to ensure extensions of invoices and supply levels are correct
Aptitude and ability for food service and sanitation work
Willingness to perform repetitious tasks on a continuous basis

Job Duties

Keep the work area neat, clean and organized by completing work assignments, utilizing proper sanitation procedures, cleaning equipment (refrigeration, hoods, ovens, fryer, ranges, etc.), practicing the clean-as-you-do policy, sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash and washing pots and pans
Operate, assemble, disassemble and clean the dish machine while ensuring proper temperature, chemical supplies and clean water levels are maintained
Transport clean and dried wares, supplies, food/beverage items, prepared meals, and patient food carts
Filter and transport used hot grease to holding barrels
Report any equipment, personnel, safety, order, supply, assignment, recipe or quantity/quality discrepancy to immediate supervisor
Operate the garbage disposal, cart elevator (when necessary), trash compactor, grease filter machine, Wet Vac (with Ground Fault Indicator) and dish machine
Prepare items for unit orders, stock supplies for units/offices, fill orders from inventory with proper documentation, adhere to order amounts and standard stock levels and monitor and return outdated products
Load trays into patient carts, maintain ice in Cafeteria ice dispensers, fill chemical dispensers throughout department
Keep floors dry and free of litter or debris
Follow safety rules, regulations, procedures, utilize provided safety equipment, follow directions/procedures on use of chemicals, and report any accident immediately to the supervisor