Dietary Aide Jobs in Idaho

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 - Full time

  • Nampa, ID
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 22 hours ago

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

Dietary Aide

  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 2 days ago

Come Join our Life Care Sandpoint Team PT/FT Dietary Aide Come and grow with us!...

Dietary Aide Seniors - SHS

  • Blackfoot, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Blackfoot, ID
  • 5 days ago

State Hospital South (SHS) is looking for a temporary part time Dietary Aide Senior to assist in setting up serving lines, portioning food items, delivering meals, and maintaining a clean and sanitized...

Substitute Food Service Technician

  • Boise, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: School Nutrition/ Food Technician Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: To Be Determined Closing Date: 05/30/2026    Hours: Hourly Salary: $15.11 Purpose Prepares and serves food and...

Part-Time Dietary Aide Senior - Veterans Services

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 14 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 14 days ago

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is recruiting for a part-time Dietary Aide Sr. opening at the State Veterans Home in Pocatello....

Dietary Aide (NE)

  • Nampa, ID
  • 16 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 16 days ago

Our senior living community is currently seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community...

Part-Time Dietary Aide Senior - Veterans Services

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 16 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 16 days ago

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services ( IDVS ) is recruiting for a part-time Dietary Aide Sr. opening at the State Veterans Home in Pocatello....

Food Service Technician

  • Boise, ID
  • 27 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 27 days ago

Position Type: School Nutrition/ Food Technician Date Posted: 5/16/2025 Location: Rocky Mountain High Closing Date: 5/22/2025    Hours: 30 Salary: $15.11 - $15.37 Calendar:179.5 SN Purpose Prepares...

Nutrition Technician

  • ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • ID
  • 45+ days ago

support and education by our registered dietitians....

Infant Nutrition Technician

  • ID
  • 60+ days ago
  • ID
  • 60+ days ago

Infant Nutrition Technician Position Summary: Responsible for the storage, preparation and delivery of all infant/pediatric formula, mother's breast milk, donor human milk and adult enteral feedings...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Idaho

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Highest Education Level

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