Dietary Aide Jobs in Old Bridge, 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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Personal Care Specialist - Dietary Aide

  • Oceanport, NJ (16 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Oceanport, NJ (16 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Assist with meal preparation, service, monitoring, and cleanup. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for participants throughout the day....

Dietary Aide

  • Chatham, NJ (23 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chatham, NJ (23 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Dietary Aide OFFERING DAILY PAY!! At our center, residents are treated to a complete spectrum of Rehab Services and Clinical/Nursing Care....

Dietary Aide - Full Time - Evening

  • Edison, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Dietary Aide, under the supervision of the Cook/Supervisor, Dietary Director and Assistant Director, delivers the highest level of service to all residents, families and visitors while assisting...

Dietary Aide-Per Diem-Working Evening

  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago

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

Dietary Aide-Per Diem-Working Evening

  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago

The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients across the lifespan, as well as visitors and staff. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: To work every weekend....

Dietary Aide

  • Piscataway, NJ (13 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (13 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Rate: $ 15.50 per hour 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

  • Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart?...

Dietary Aide

  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Program: Carmel Richmond Nursing Home Location: Staten Island, NY Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Food Service Director/Supervisor, the food service aide works in conjunction with...

Dietary Aide

  • Hightstown, NJ (13 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hightstown, NJ (13 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

We are seeking full-time and part-time Dietary Aides to join our team....

Dietary Aide

  • New Providence, NJ (21 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (21 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

restaurant by coordinating with seaters to help servers and kitchen staff work efficiently Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up Ensure all residents receive adequate nutritional...

Nutrition Service/Dietary Aide

  • Jackson, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Pool position - 6am-2:30pm or 11:00am-7:30pm Weekends Salary range: $16/hour - $18/hour....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Old Bridge, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Old Bridge, NJ 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 Old Bridge, NJ
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%