Dietary Aide Jobs in Louisiana

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

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Zachary, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Zachary, LA
  • 2 days ago

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....

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

  • Compass Group
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 8 days ago

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

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide PRN (70744)

  • Priority Management
  • Monroe, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 14 days ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations....

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Dietary Aide

  • Carpenter Health Network
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 days ago

Now hiring for Dietary Aides in Baton Rouge LA Why Join Us At Center Point Healthcare and Rehab we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP a unique benefit that makes you...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Gretna, LA
  • 26 days ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 26 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Ochsner Medical Westbank - 2500 Belle Chasse Highway, Terrytown, LA 70056....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide

  • Nexion Health
  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 26 days ago
  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 26 days ago

Part-Time Every other weekend 7:30am-6:30pm, 2 weekdays 3:30-6:30pm. PRN As Needed Starting Rate: $9.75 Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide: Free employee and family telehealth...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: LCMC East Jefferson - 4200 Houma Boulevard, Metairie, LA 70006....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide

  • OAKWOOD AL OPCO LLC
  • Zachary, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Zachary, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Dining Services Associate DEPARTMENT: Dietary REPORTS TO: Food Service Director POSITION SUMMARY: The essential functions of the job for the Dining Services Associate requires, and may be amended...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Morgan City, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgan City, LA
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location : Ochsner St Mary - 1125 Marguerite Street, Morgan City, LA 70380....

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide (70106)

  • Priority Management
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations....

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Dietary Aide

  • Nexion Health Management
  • Many, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Many, LA
  • 30+ days ago

PRN shifts available Starting rate: $9.25 per hour Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide: Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire Medical / Dental / Vision Care...

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

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago

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

In Person Full Time

Dietary Assistant - Ollie Steele Burden Manor

  • FMOL Health
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc. Distribute and collect menus as necessary. Assist in checking diet trays before distribution....

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School Food Service Technician for Summer Feeding

  • St. Landry Parish School Board
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 45+ days ago

procedures Proper waste disposal Meal preparation Food preparation Stocking Clean workspace maintenance Entry level Kitchen organization Full Job Description Job Goal: To provide high quality, nutritious...

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DIETARY AIDE - Dishwasher (69601)

  • Priority Management
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: The Guest House Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation - SHREVEPORT, LA 71118Job Shift: Any Assist with meal preparation, tray assembly, and food portioning as directed Deliver...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
High School or GED
29.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
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 Louisiana
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%