Dietary Aide Jobs in Milford, 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

  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide- Aging Well Adult Day -bilingual in Mandarin preferred * Wage $15-16 based on experience * Monday - Friday Schedule (7am-3:30pm) * Day Shift full time * No Weekends, No Evenings. * Dayforce...

Diet Tech

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Per Diem Positions Available The Nutrition Services Clerk is responsible for essential clerical duties associated with the nutritional care and food service to patients....

Dietary Aide Weekends/Holidays

  • Attleboro, MA (19 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (19 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Part Time Server / Dietary Aide - The Residence at Orchard Grove

  • Shrewsbury, MA (13 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (13 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 12 days ago

LCB Senior Living is hiring a Server/Dietary Aide at The Residence at Orchard Grove. Apply today for immediate consideration!...

Dietary Aide

  • Westborough, MA (8 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (8 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 13 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....

Diet Aide

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity LONG TERM CARE) SHORT TERM REHAB) SKILLED NURSING) SUB ACUTE CARE) Now Hiring - Dietary Aide - Newton, MA CareOne at Newton The Dietary Aide is responsible...

Diet Aide 2 - Food Services - Per Diem

  • Milford, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 16 days ago

Under the direct supervision of the Diet Supervisors, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service, dish room duties, and cash handling duties as well as other related activities....

Dietary Aide II - Food Services (PD)

  • Milford, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 18 days ago

Under the direct supervision of the Diet Supervisors, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service, dish room duties, and cash handling duties as well as other related activities....

Nutrition Technician

  • Belmont, MA (24 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Belmont, MA (24 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 24 days ago

No Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR] preferred Experience dietician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Good communication...

Diet Aide II - Food Services - Per diem

  • Milford, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 24 days ago

Under the direct supervision of the Diet Supervisors, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service, dish room duties, and cash handling duties as well as other related activities. I....

Dietary Aide II - Food Services - 32 hours

  • Milford, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 24 days ago

Under the direct supervision of the Diet Supervisors, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service, dish room duties, and cash handling duties as well as other related activities. I....

Diet Technician - Part Time

  • Lincoln, MA (21 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lincoln, MA (21 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Collaborates with the registered dietitian and other members of the healthcare team in providing medical nutrition therapy....

Dietetic Technician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, 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 (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, 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....

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Worcester, MA (15 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (15 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Milford, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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