Dietary Aide Jobs in Florida

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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Part-Time Dietary Aide

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 6 hours ago

**The Role at a glance:** We are looking for a motivated, energetic **Part-Time Dietary Aide** to join our healthcare & food service team in **Bradenton, FL**....

East Ridge Dietary Aide(PT)

  • Miami, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 7 hours ago

Position Title: Dietary Aide Overview: The Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic dietary trays and meals to health center residents in accordance with posted therapeutic...

Dietary Aide

  • Miami, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 7 hours ago

Position Title: Dietary Aide (Part Time) Overview: The Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic dietary trays and meals to health center residents in accordance with posted...

Dietary Aide

  • Brandon, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian. Assists with food preparation as directed....

Dietary Aide

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 10 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE: The Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic diet trays to health center residents in accordance with posted therapeutic diet menus....

Dietary Aide

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 21 hours ago

Work with Excellence, Serve with Heart! Join the team at Westminster Point Pleasant, a beautiful waterfront continuing care retirement community located near downtown Bradenton. Currently seeking...

Dietary Aide

  • Perry, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Perry, FL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility....

Dietary Aide

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Address: Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital - 5151 North Ninth Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504....

Dietary Aide I, PRN

  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago

As a Dietary Aide, you help meet the nutrition needs of patients by ensuring proper food handling and transportation....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Part Time)

  • Vero Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Cleveland Clinic Indian River - 1000 36th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Address : Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital - 5151 North Ninth Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504....

Food Service Aide

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 2 days ago

Overview UF Health Rehab Hospital In affiliation with Select Medical Gainesville, FL Food Service Aide Full Time Shift Requirements: 6:00am to 2:30pm or 10:30am to 7:00pm (some weekends) Benefits...

Dietary Aide

  • Plant City, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Plant City, FL
  • 2 days ago

Solaris Healthcare Plant City In the heart of Strawberry Capital!! Awarded Eli Facility Leadership Award 701 N. Wilder Road Plant City, Florida 33566 NEW WAGE SCALE!!!! FREE CEUs!!! CPR...

Dietary - Food Service Worker

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Dietary - Food Service Worker 9502 E Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33619, USA Req #1394 Thursday, January 21, 2021 We are passionate about what we do and delight in providing excellent programs that make...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Florida 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 Florida
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%