Dietary Aide Jobs in Kentucky

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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Diet Technician

  • Dawson Springs, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Dawson Springs, KY
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Works under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian in providing nutrition care for patients/residents in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines...

Cook/Dietary Assistant - PRN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Cook/Dietary Aid - Day Shifts The PRN position is an as needed position. Generally requiring a minimum of 4 days per month, with two days being weekend days and two being...

Dietary Aide

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

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

FTH - Day Shift - Nutritional Services - Food Service Aide

  • Murray, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 6 days ago

FTH - Day Shift - Nutritional Services - Food Service Aide Job Category: Support Services/ Trades Requisition Number: FTHDA001454 Posting Details Posted: August 5, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing...

FTH 2nd Shift - Nutritional Services - Food Service Aide

  • Murray, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 6 days ago

FTH 2nd Shift - Nutritional Services - Food Service Aide Job Category: Support Services/ Trades Requisition Number: FTH2N001453 Posting Details Posted: August 5, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 8 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE DIETARY AIDE positions....

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE DIETARY AIDE position....

Diet Aide- Part Time

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our team as a Diet Aide and play a vital role in assisting with meal distribution to our patients. As a Diet Aide, you'll have...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE DIETARY AIDE positions....

Clinical Dietitian Technician

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

NOTE: Possession of the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) credential can be substituted for the one year of specialized experience. There is no educional substitution for the GS-06 level....

Server / Dietary Aide

  • Crestview Hills, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Crestview Hills, KY
  • 13 days ago

SERVER / DIETARY AIDE : This position is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming dining experience for our residents....

Food Service - Dietary Assistant (FT/PT)

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 17 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 17 days ago

Pay $13.50 - $16.00 an hour based on experience! Facility is currently looking for Full Time or Part Time Positions. We have new leadership in this department and are excited to welcome new staff...

Food Service - Dietary Aide (FT/PT)

  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 17 days ago

Come join our team as Food Service – Dietary Aide in our state of the art, skilled nursing facility....

Dietary Aide

  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 18 days ago

As a Dietary Aide, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Danville, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Danville, KY
  • 25 days ago

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: As a Dietary Aide, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for residents....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
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 Kentucky
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%