Dietary Aide Jobs in Norco, CA

A Dietary Aide, also known as a dietetic aide, is a professional who provides crucial support within the nutrition industry, primarily in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. Their primary role involves assisting dietitians or nutritionists in food planning and preparation, ensuring the meals meet the dietary needs of the patients. This could include preparing special meals for patients with food allergies, diabetes, or other specific dietary requirements. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, adhering to food safety standards, and sometimes even helping patients with their meals. A Dietary Aide is also often in charge of keeping records, including meal consumption, food inventory, and patient dietary information.

Key skills for a Dietary Aide include strong knowledge of nutrition and diet, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. In terms of certification, there aren't specific certifications required for this role, although a Food Handler's Permit is usually expected. Prior to becoming a Dietary Aide, a person might have experience in roles such as a kitchen helper, food service worker, or even a caregiver. These positions provide valuable experience in food preparation, safety procedures, and patient interaction, all of which are very beneficial for a Dietary Aide role.

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Registered Dietetic Technician - Culinary & Nutrition Orange- FT Day Shift

  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Your Role on the Team Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager and Registered Dietitian (RD), the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) assists the RD in nutrition assessment...

Nutrition Services Worker - El Dorado High School (7 hours per day) #790

  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Employer The Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or...

Nutrition Services Worker - Valencia High School #792

  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Classified employees in SPED AIDE, Nutrition Services Workers, and Expanded Learning classifications are eligible for reimbursement of the fingerprinting fee of up to $79 upon completing a six-month...

Nutrition Services Worker -Esperanza High School (7.5 hours per day) #789

  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Employer The Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or...

Nutrition Services Worker - Valencia High School #791

  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Placentia, CA (16 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Classified employees in SPED AIDE, Nutrition Services Workers, and Expanded Learning classifications are eligible for reimbursement of the fingerprinting fee of up to $79 upon completing a six-month...

Dietary Aide

  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

TITLE Dietary Aide EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer....

Registered Dietetic Technician - Culinary & Nutrition Orange- FT Day Shift University of California Irvine Health

  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Your Role on the Team Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager and Registered Dietitian (RD), the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) assists the RD in nutrition assessment...

Dietetic Technician I, Nutrition Lab (Part-time)

  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Training Required: Successful completion of registration exam to become a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) within 6 months of hire....

Child Nutrition Services Worker I - Citrus Hills Intermediate

  • Norco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Norco, CA
  • 6 days ago

Child Nutrition Services Worker I - Citrus Hills Intermediate Print About the Employer The is the largest school district in Riverside County and the seventh-largest district in California....

Dietary Aide - Loma Linda

  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 6 days ago

facilities, including state-specified rules and regulations Setting up and taking down dining areas and assisting with kitchen maintenance and general cleaning Assisting with educational programs on nutrition...

Diet Aide (CH,FT)

  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 12 days ago

One year of nutrition or dietetic education may be considered in lieu of experience. Customer service experience preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Able to read, write and speak in English....

Dietary Aide - Loma Linda Assisted Living

  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Loma Linda, CA (19 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 19 days ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift....

Nutrition Services Worker II

  • Walnut, CA (18 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walnut, CA (18 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Education: Equivalent to the completion of High School, supplemented by training or coursework in nutrition, and in safety and sanitation procedures....

Nutrition Services Worker III

  • Walnut, CA (18 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walnut, CA (18 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Education: Equivalent to the completion of High School, supplemented by training or coursework in nutrition, and in safety and sanitation procedures....

Nutrition Services Worker (Substitute)

  • La Habra, CA (22 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Habra, CA (22 miles from Norco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

This job reports to the Director of Nutrition Services or designee....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Norco, CA

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Norco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some High School
1.6%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Aides in Norco, CA
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%