Dietary Aide Jobs in Anoka, MN

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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Server / Dietary Aide

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities The Server / Dietary Aide is responsible for creating a high quality dining experience for customers by assisting with meal preparation, dining room preparation, and meal service consistent...

Dietary Aide, Part-Time

  • Golden Valley, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Golden Valley, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Uses strong attention to detail for all meal preparation to ensure patients receive appropriate food and nutritional needs....

Nutrition Technician I

  • Cambridge, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 3 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...

Diet Technician, Full Time

  • Cambridge, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cambridge, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 9 days ago

No Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred Experience Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations...

Dietary Aide

  • Saint Louis Park, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 11 days ago

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Dietary Aide, Union - to join our - team!...

Dietary Assistant

  • Anoka, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 22 days ago

Weekend Warriors Wanted! Looking to make extra cash on the weekends while doing meaningful work? Join our team as a Dietary Assistant and help serve up nourishment, smiles, and comfort to our...

Dietary Assistant

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 26 days ago

This nutrition services schedule includes; Casual hours Flexible schedule Benefits (paid time off, matching retirement monies, DHS education scholarships) Cash Out Wages Before Payday with our New Benefit...

Dietary Aide (Day)

  • Otsego, MN (11 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Otsego, MN (11 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Assists with meal preparation as needed, makes juices for meals and prepares for snack time. Vacuum and cleans the dining room....

Dietary Aide

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

Department Overview This department specializes in outpatient nutrition counseling on pediatric nutrition issues....

Nutrition Services Worker, 5.75 SLP HIGH SCHOOL

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

Longevity pay $1.50-$2.75/hr ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SLP HIGH SCHOOL nutrition team proudly serves students in grades 9-12 serving OVER 500 BREAKFAST and 1300 LUNCHES/DAY Will perform duties as...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Anoka, MN

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Highest Education Level

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