Dietary Aide Jobs in Troy, MI

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 - $2,500 Sign On Bonus!

  • Clarkston, MI (15 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clarkston, MI (15 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

Dietary Aide

  • Richmond, MI (24 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, MI (24 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 3 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

  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 3 days ago

As a dietary aide, you will assist in food preparation and presentation to our residents--a great part of their day!...

Dietary Aide - No late nights!

  • Romeo, MI (17 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Romeo, MI (17 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 8 days ago

*** Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

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

  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 8 days ago

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

Cook/Dietary Aide

  • Warren, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Warren, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 9 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the supervision of the Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparing meals for patients, visitors, and employees in sufficient quantities to cover all requirements. The...

Dietary Aide

  • Chesterfield, MI (19 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MI (19 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Job Summary The Dietary Aide works under the supervision of the Culinary Manager....

Dietary Aide

  • Rochester Hills, MI (8 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI (8 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Dietary Aide (WellBridge of Rochester Hills) Join our WellBridge of Rochester Hills team!...

Dietary Aide

  • Sterling Heights, MI (5 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (5 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 21 days ago

Dietary Aide Job Description Overview: Prepares and serves palatable, nourishing, well-balanced diets to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each Resident....

Dietary Aide

  • Troy, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 23 days ago

Dietary Aide Position Summary: Meal Plating, Kitchen Clean up. Additional Responsibilities May Include: Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for our residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago

As part of the nutrition team, you'll assist with the care of our patients by assisting in the preparation, portioning, and serving of food and beverages....

Dietary Aide

  • Warren, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warren, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

General Description: Prepares food items for Resident meals. Serves Resident meals. Try to create a restaurant setting for our Residents. Maintains sanitary conditions in the Dietary department....

Dietary Aide

  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

Dietary Aide

  • Lake Orion, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Orion, MI (10 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary: The Dietary Aide is to provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures....

Dietary Aide

  • Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Troy, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY We are seeking enthusiastic Dietary Aides who are passionate and eager to grow alongside an outstanding team!...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Troy, MI

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Troy, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
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 Troy, MI
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%