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Sanitation Technician, Dietary

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $18.38
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

career growth
Comprehensive health
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Baptist Health is recognized as the largest not-for-profit healthcare organization in the region, encompassing a vast network of 12 hospitals, over 29,000 dedicated employees, 4,500 physicians, and more than 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities, and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. This extensive healthcare system is notably distinguished by internationally acclaimed centers of excellence in cancer treatment, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. Baptist Health's operations are deeply rooted in a faith-based mission of medical excellence and supported by widespread philanthropy. The organization's commitment to quality care, compassionate service, and innovative medical practices has earned it continuous recognition. For 26 consecutive years, Baptist Health has been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, reflecting its ongoing dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture and delivering exceptional patient care. Furthermore, in the highly esteemed 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health emerged as the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, receiving 63 high-performing honors, a testament to its superior healthcare services and outcomes.

What truly distinguishes Baptist Health is its people-centered approach. Beyond state-of-the-art medical practices and facilities, the organization emphasizes creating personal and meaningful connections not only among colleagues but also with patients and their families. Many team members share personal healthcare experiences that enhance their empathy and dedication to patient care. This shared commitment defines the culture at Baptist Health, where every team member plays an integral role in delivering compassionate and high-quality healthcare. The workplace environment is grounded in purpose, ensuring all employees feel valued and motivated to make a positive impact daily, underlining the motto that when it comes to caring for people, everyone is truly all in.

The current opportunity is designed for individuals passionate about sanitation and supporting healthcare operations to join the Baptist Health team in a critical role focused on maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in patient food service. The role primarily involves washing and sanitizing cooking and service wares, alongside cleaning and maintaining all department equipment to ensure hygiene protocols are consistently met. Additionally, this role will involve transporting meal trucks to patient areas, effectively facilitating efficient delivery of food services. This position requires multitasking abilities throughout the day to manage various sanitation duties and logistical tasks seamlessly. The estimated pay range for this position is $16.00 to $18.38 per hour, commensurate with experience, reflecting Baptist Health's commitment to offering competitive wages to its valued employees.

Baptist Health not only focuses on professional excellence but also promotes employee development through its "grow our own" philosophy, offering career growth and development opportunities complete with clear advancement pathways and ongoing support. Comprehensive health and wellness resources, including programs designed to lessen medical plan deductibles and reduce out-of-pocket healthcare expenses, are readily available. Moreover, Baptist Health offers tuition reimbursement to support continuous learning and career advancement. This holistic approach to employee care and growth exemplifies Baptist Health's dedication to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace environment where employees can thrive personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma certificate GED training or experience required
  • food safety certification
  • previous commercial sanitation experience preferred
  • ability to communicate and understand in English required
  • excellent customer service skills required
  • food safety certification required within 90 days of job entry
  • minimum 1 year of experience

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma certificate GED training or experience required
  • food safety certification
  • previous commercial sanitation experience preferred
  • ability to communicate and understand in English required
  • excellent customer service skills required
  • food safety certification required within 90 days of job entry

Job Duties

  • Wash and sanitize cooking and service wares
  • clean and maintain all department equipment
  • transport meal trucks to patient areas
  • multitask efficiently throughout the day
  • adhere to sanitation and safety standards
  • coordinate with team members for effective meal service logistics
  • maintain cleanliness in food service areas

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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