Dietary Aide Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Clive, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Clive, IA
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications Dietary Aide Job Requirements: Previous food service experience in a restaurant or healthcare facility....

Food & Nutrition Aide

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 21 hours ago

+ Area of Interest: Support Services + Sign On Bonus: $1,500 + FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 + Department: Cafeteria/Dining Service + Shift: 40, 2nd shift + Job ID: 167595 Overview $1500 Sign-on...

Dietary Aide - Assisted Living Setting

  • Maquoketa, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Maquoketa, IA
  • 3 days ago

EOE Similar Roles: Prep-Cook, Dishwasher, Dietary Aide, Kitchen Aide, Kitchen Assistant, Server The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the...

Dietary Aide

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 4 days ago

Why do Dietary Aides choose Care Initiatives? Here are just a few reasons: Competitive compensation: Our Dietary Aides earn an extremely competitive wage....

Dietary Technician

  • Denison, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Denison, IA
  • 6 days ago

Summary:To prepare wholesome, nutritious and appetizing high quality foods according to local, state and federal regulations. Provide dedicated service to Crawford County Memorial Hospitals...

Dietary Aide

  • Cascade, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cascade, IA
  • 6 days ago

Dietary Aide Job Description The primary purpose of this role is to prepare food in accordance with prescribed resident diet specifications, community procedures, and food safety and sanitation regulations...

Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server - PT & FT - Part Time - Full Time

  • Marion, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Marion, IA
  • 7 days ago

Role: We are seeking a dedicated Culinary/Dietary Aide to join our team!...

Dietetic Technician, Registered-Bilingual - PRN

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 8 days ago

, and food allergies and intolerances) Provide nutrition interventions/plans of care (e.g. menu correction, diet education) as designed and directed by the Registered Dietitian Identify community resources...

Server / Dietary Aide - Part Time

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities The Server / Dietary Aide is responsible for creating high quality meals and dining experience for customers by assisting with meal preparation, dining room preparation, and meal service...

Cook/Dietary Aide

  • Manly, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Manly, IA
  • 13 days ago

Manly Specialty Care, a 43-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Manly, IA, is now hiring! Are you a compassionate Cook looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of...

Dietary Aide

  • Hawarden, IA
  • 14 days ago
  • Hawarden, IA
  • 14 days ago

Location: Hawarden, US-IA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Dietary Aide Hillcrest HCC Come join our team and start making a difference!...

Dietary Aide

  • Fairfield, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Fairfield, IA
  • 18 days ago

The Dietary Aide is responsible for assistance in preparing and serving meals throughout Parkview Care Center....

Dietetic Technician, Registered - PRN

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 18 days ago

, and food allergies and intolerances) Provide nutrition interventions/plans of care (e.g. menu correction, diet education) as designed and directed by the Registered Dietitian Identify community resources...

Nutrition Service Worker-part time

  • Monroe, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Monroe, IA
  • 18 days ago

Nutrition Service Worker-part time JobID: 427 + Position Type: Support Staff/ Nutrition Worker + Date Posted: 4/25/2025 + Location: PCM Nutrition + Date Available: August 2025 PCM Community School District...

Dietary Aide - Assisted Living Setting

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 19 days ago

EOE Similar Roles: Prep-Cook, Dishwasher, Dietary Aide, Kitchen Aide, Kitchen Assistant, Server The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

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