Dietary Aide Jobs in Massachusetts

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

  • Agawam, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Agawam, MA
  • 20 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....

Dietary Aide

  • Billerica, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA
  • 19 hours ago

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

Diet Technician (40hrs)

  • Winchester, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Winchester, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Job Description: This position may be eligible for a $500 sign on bonus QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience Required: Associates Degree in Nutrition, 50% successful completion towards a BS in Nutrition...

Dietary Aide

  • Fitchburg, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fitchburg, MA
  • 1 day ago

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

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Wilbraham, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilbraham, MA
  • 3 days ago

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

Dietary Aide-FT, PT, Per Diem

  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 3 days ago

Are you the Dietary Aide we\'re looking for? To succeed as a Dietary Aide at JGS Lifecare, a blend of essential skills is necessary....

Dietary Aide

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 3 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...

Walden - Diet Technician

  • Dedham, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Dedham, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Diet Tech works under the supervision of the Lead Registered Dietitian (RD) and contributes to the quality of care by providing assistance to the RDs and ensuring that patients receive appropriate...

Patient Food Service Worker - Per Diem

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Per Diem Diet Technician

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 4 days ago

Yes Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred Experience Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations...

Dietary Aide and Food Cook

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

A base knowledge of healthy nutrition and dietary practices. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Effective communication skills and a reliable, responsible attitude. Why Join Us?...

DIET AIDE- Dishwasher

  • Lenox, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenox, MA
  • 5 days ago

Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties Sweep and mop floors as directed. Carry soiled utensils, etc. to the wash area. Return clean dishes/utensils as directed. Carry out garbage and keep...

Dietetic Technician Boston Children's Hospital

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Monitoring understanding and implementation of nutrition interventions and communicating progress to the Registered Dietitian....

Diet Aide/Cafe Service Associate

  • Weymouth, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA
  • 5 days ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20292 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

Diet Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

yes Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred Experience Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

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