Dietary Aide Jobs in East Brunswick, NJ

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

  • ArchCare
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (21 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Food Service Director/Supervisor, the Dietary aide works in conjunction with the cooks in preparing resident meal trays and special dietary requirements...

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TECH - DIETARY (NON REG) - PER DIEM (Flexible Schedule)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint...

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Dietary Aide

  • CareOne
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity Skilled Nursing Facility Now Hiring - Dietary Aide - Morristown, NJ CareOne at Madison Salary Range from $16.00 - $21.00 an hour The Dietary Aide is...

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Tech - Dietary (Non Reg) - Part Time

  • Universal Health Services
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Eatontown, NJ (20 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ (20 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 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....

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Dietary Aide - Full Time - Day

  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • Belle Mead, NJ (12 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (12 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients across the lifespan, as well as visitors and staff....

In Person Full Time

Tech - Dietary (Non Reg) - Per Diem

  • Universal Health Services
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint...

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Dietary Aide

  • AristaCare At Cedar Oaks
  • South Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Dietary Aides ( Part-Time/Per Diem) The primary purpose of your job position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies...

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Dietary Aide

  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Edison, NJ (5 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (5 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

COMMUNITY NAME Brighton Gardens of Edison Job ID 2026-241814 JOB OVERVIEW The Dietary Aide is responsible for providing dining room services and/or tray delivery dining services to guests/residents...

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Dietary Aide

  • Springpoint Senior Living
  • Manalapan, NJ (11 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (11 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our team....

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide

  • Morrisview Healthcare Center
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0726149 Job Title: Dietary Aide Company: Morrisview Healthcare Center Location: Morristown, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours...

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Dietary Aide

  • Allaire Health Services
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

preparation, inventory of food items, proper storage of food items....

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Dietary Aide

  • Pinnacle Dietary Global
  • Springfield, NJ (18 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, NJ (18 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

We are a leading provider of dietary management services, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Dietary Aide to join our team....

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Dietary Aide at Hopewell Post Acute and Healthcare Center

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • East Windsor, NJ (9 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ (9 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking a Dietary Aide to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility....

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Dietary Aide for Lawrence Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (19 miles from East Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking a Dietary Aide to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in East Brunswick, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in East Brunswick, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
High School or GED
29.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
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 East Brunswick, NJ
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%