Dietary Aide Jobs in Columbus, NC

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

  • Ciena Healthcare
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Dietary Aide

  • Acts Retirement-Life Communities
  • Columbus, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, NC
  • 7 days ago

Acts is currently seeking candidates for our Dietary Aide position. Student friendly schedules, scholarship awards, & referral bonuses!...

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Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 11 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

  • NATIONAL HEALTH- WHITE OAK GROUP
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 16 days ago

- Dietary Apply Description Join Our Team as a Dietary Aide - Make a Difference Every Day!...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Columbus, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Columbus, NC
  • 28 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location : AdventHealth Polk - 101 Hospital Drive, Columbus, NC 28722....

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Dietary Aide

  • Tutera Senior Living
  • Boiling Springs, SC (16 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boiling Springs, SC (16 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide Wesley Court | Boiling Springs, SC Are you a Dietary Aide seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further!...

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Dietary Aide

  • Saber Health Group
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Join our dietary team in a skilled nursing setting and help provide comfort, care and connection through every meal served to our residents! Advantages: Flexible Pay Options Choose On-Demand Pay...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Columbus, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: SMC Mary Black Campus - 1700 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Columbus, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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