Dietary Aide Jobs in Orange, 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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Dietary Aide

  • Norwalk, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwalk, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Los Alamitos, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

Dietetic Assistant - Culinary & Nutrition Orange- PT Day Shift

  • Orange, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 4 days ago

Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Associate or bachelor's degree in Dietetic Technology or Nutrition and Dietetics....

Child Nutrition Services Worker - Substitute

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

The Corona-Norco Unified School District is the largest school district in Riverside County and the seventh-largest district in California. The success of our students is a direct result of our...

Dietetic Assistant - Culinary & Nutrition Orange- PT Day Shift Req ID: 102801 Location: Orange, California Division: Medical Center Department: Culinary and Nutrition Orange Position Type: PART TIME...

Dietary Aide Sunset Villa Post Acute

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Dietary Aide-H

  • Artesia, CA (14 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Artesia, CA (14 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Nutrition Services Worker I

  • Walnut, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Walnut, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 10 days ago

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS Required to adhere to the annual minimum required training hours for School Nutrition Staff per the USDA Guide to Professional Standards for School Nutritional...

Dietary Aide-H

  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Dietary Aide - Trellis

  • Chino, CA (16 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chino, CA (16 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Culinary Crew at Trellis Chino! Full Time Weekend shifts on a rotating basis Pay: Starting at $18/hour (or more, depending on experience!) Are you someone who loves helping others and...

Dietary Aide - Trellis

  • Montclair, CA (21 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Montclair, CA (21 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Culinary Crew at Trellis Chino! Full Time Weekend shifts on a rotating basis Pay: Starting at $18/hour (or more, depending on experience!) Are you someone who loves helping others and...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Los Alamitos, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 13 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location : Los Alamitos Medical Center - 3751 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720....

Dietary Aide-H

  • Fountain Valley, CA (7 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (7 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Dietetic Technician - OC

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Degree in Nutrition or related field One year of related experience (preferred) Dietetic Technician Registered status (preferred) City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer....

Diet Technician- Residential

  • La Habra Heights, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • La Habra Heights, CA (12 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Dietitian to ensure implementation of the best standard of nutrition and dietary services....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Orange, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Orange, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.9%
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 Orange, CA
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%