Dietary Aide Jobs in Nebraska

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

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago

How you will make an impact: As a Dietary Aide at Maple Crest, you will help create a high-quality dining experience for residents and visitors by assisting with meal preparation, dining room set-up...

Dietary Aide - Part-Time - Evening - Part-Time 2nd Shift

  • Fremont, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 3 days ago

Nye Health Services, a family-owned company that has been recognized nationally for our care, service, and culture is seeking a Part-time Evening Dietary Aide for our Nye Pointe campus located in Fremont...

Eastmont - Dietary Technician (Diet Tech)

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 5 days ago

Do you love what you do, but not where you're doing it? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance in your career with a growing organization? Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful...

Dietary Aide Day shift

  • Plattsmouth, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Plattsmouth, NE
  • 8 days ago

Provide kind and courteous meal service to residents to create a pleasing meal service. Assist the cook in the preparation of food, serving meals, snacks, and beverages using portion control and...

Dietary Aide Part-Time

  • Orchard, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Orchard, NE
  • 10 days ago

Job Posting: Part-Time Dietary Aide Location: Orchard Post Acute - Fresno, CA Starting Rate: $16.58/hour Orchard Post Acute, a skilled nursing facility in Fresno, CA, is seeking a Part-Time Dietary...

Dietary Aide/Prep Cook

  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago

How you will make an impact: As a Dietary Aide/Prep Cook at Maple Crest, you will help create a high-quality dining experience for residents and visitors by assisting with meal preparation, dining room...

Dietary Assistant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 16 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 16 days ago

VOTED BEST PLACE TO WORK IN OMAHA SEVERAL TIMES! QLI is looking for a dynamic and fun team-player who takes pride in assisting in the preparation of high quality meals on a large scale. This is a...

Cook Dietary Aide

  • Omaha, NE
  • 22 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 22 days ago

Responsibilities Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Physical Therapy Assistant at CHI Health Are you passionate about helping others regain mobility and improve their quality of life? CHI Health is...

Dietary Aide - PRN

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 22 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 22 days ago

We are looking for exceptional people to provide extraordinary care as a Dietary Aide. Hours: PRN (as needed) with a minimum requirement of 6 shifts in a 3-month period....

Dietary Aide - PRN/On-Call - PRN

  • Louisville, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, NE
  • 30+ days ago

The Dietary Aide assists in food preparation, service, and cleanup while following dietary guidelines and safety regulations....

Dietary Aide 4:00pm - 8:00pm

  • Fairbury, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairbury, NE
  • 45+ days ago

DIETARY AIDE 4:00pm-8:00pm Jefferson Community Health & Life is looking for a dietary aide to work 2 - 3 shifts per week....

Dietary Aide

  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Nebraska

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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