Dietary Aide Jobs in Assonet, MA

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

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Type: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: Evening (United States of America) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a...

Dietary Aide Part-Time

  • Dartmouth, MA (14 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (14 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Join the transformative Southcoast Behavioral Health team and be part of a difference-making journey every day! Southcoast Behavioral Health, located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is a premier...

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Pembroke, MA (23 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pembroke, MA (23 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Dietary Aide / Server Opportunity - Pembroke Hospital is hiring a Full Time Dietary Aide to join our team!...

Dietary Aide - Per Diem

  • Pembroke, MA (23 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pembroke, MA (23 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Dietary Aide / Server Opportunity - Pembroke Hospital is hiring a Per Diem Dietarry Aide to join our team!...

Dietary Aide Weekends/Holidays

  • Attleboro, MA (15 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (15 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Patient Services Ambassador (Dietary Aide)

  • New Bedford, MA (12 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (12 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 13 days ago

We are searching for a talented Patient Services Ambassador (Dietary Aide) *$600 new hire sign-on bonus for this position....

Dietary Aide

  • Kingston, MA (21 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Kingston, MA (21 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 17 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....

Dietary Aide/Dishwasher

  • New Bedford, MA (12 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (12 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Part time/Per diem/ On Call Hours Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis. Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures. Assist in daily or scheduled...

Dietary Aide

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide Program/Location: Facility Support / Plymouth Education/Licensure: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range: $20 - $23.50 per hour Status: Part Time (8hrs or 20hrs/week) Schedule...

Diet Aide-Partime

  • Assonet, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Assonet, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Type Part-time Description 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...

Diet Aide

  • Bourne, MA (24 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bourne, MA (24 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required. Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis. Serve food in accordance with established...

Dietetic Technician

  • Providence, RI (18 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (18 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Provides nutrition interventions/plans of care (e.g. menu correction diet education) as designed and directed by the Clinical Dietitian....

Diet Aide - (Tray) 11.25E

  • Providence, RI (18 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (18 miles from Assonet, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary: Assists in preparation and service of food for patients or patrons. Performs cleaning and sanitation functions. Performs other tasks as necessary in support of the department....

Diet Aide- Full Time

  • Assonet, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Assonet, MA
  • 90+ 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...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Assonet, MA

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Highest Education Level

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