Dietary Aide Jobs in Ontario

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

  • Georgetown, ON
  • 12 hours ago
  • Georgetown, ON
  • 12 hours ago

Company Description Halton Healthcares vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every...

Dietary Aide, Part Time

  • Oakville, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 1 day ago

Working Title: Dietary Aide, Part Time Employment Status: Part-Time Starting Hourly Rate: $19.18 per hour Address: 2370 Third Line Oakville ON L6M 4E2 New Hire Schedule: as scheduled You might not know...

Dietary Aide Casual AgeCare West Williams

  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge of infection control techniques, perform daily deep cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils and equipment used for resident meal preparation, delivery and service....

Dietary Aide- Part-Time on call

  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 7 days ago

Working Title: Dietary Aide- Part-Time on call Employment Status: On-Call (PRN, Per Diem, Casual) Starting Hourly Rate: $18.38 per hour Address: 5400 Steeles Ave West Woodbridge ON L4L 9S1 New Hire...

Dietary Aide Part-time (IEM RR DT A3 0.37) AgeCare Elmira

  • Elmira, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Elmira, ON
  • 9 days ago

Knowledge of infection control techniques, perform daily deep cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils and equipment used for resident meal preparation, delivery and service....

Dietary Aide Regular part time MRG 1st DTA4 0.28 Regina Gardens

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 10 days ago

The Opportunity: The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition....

Dietary Aide Casual AgeCare Samac

  • Oshawa, ON
  • 14 days ago
  • Oshawa, ON
  • 14 days ago

The Opportunity The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition....

Dietary Aide (Part Time) - The Village Seniors Community LTC

  • Hanover, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • Hanover, ON
  • 16 days ago

Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services/the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide provides support to the set up, preparation, serving and clean up associated with all meal services in the Residence...

The Opportunity: The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition....

Dietary Aide Casual AgeCare Elmira-1

  • Elmira, ON
  • 28 days ago
  • Elmira, ON
  • 28 days ago

The Opportunity: The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition....

Dietary Aide Casual AgeCare Willowgrove-1

  • Ancaster, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ancaster, ON
  • 45+ days ago

The Opportunity: The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals and ensuring that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition....

Dietary Aide

  • Peterborough, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peterborough, ON
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Company parties Dental insurance Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Training & development Vision insurance Looking for Dietary Aides $17-$18 part-time...

Dietary Aide Casual Villa Forum LTC-4

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 60+ days ago

Knowledge of infection control techniques, perform daily deep cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils and equipment used for resident meal preparation, delivery and service....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNutrition research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
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 Ontario
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%