Dietary Aide Jobs in Oregon

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

  • Sapphire Health Services
  • Myrtle Point, OR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Myrtle Point, OR
  • 7 hours ago

MP1 Full-time Evening Wednesday - Sunday JOB SUMMARY: The Dietary Aide supports the dietary team in providing nutritious, appealing meals and excellent dining service to residents in a skilled nursing...

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Dietary Aide

  • PACS
  • Wolf Creek, OR
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wolf Creek, OR
  • 18 hours ago

Full-Time Dietary Aide Wanted at Wolf Creek Care Center 107 Catherine Ln, Grass Valley, CA 95945 Starting at $18/HR - DOE Do you have a passion for food and a heart for helping others?...

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Dietary Aide - Server - Assisted Living

  • Prestige Care, Inc.
  • Salem, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Dietary Aide Position Open 2-3 shifts per week POSITION SUMMARY The Dietary Aide - Server assists with food preparation, food service, and general duties of the dietary department....

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Dietary Aide, Weekends

  • Marquis Companies
  • Canby, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Canby, OR
  • 4 days ago

If your answer is "all of the above", consider becoming a Dietary Aide at Marquis Companies....

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Dietary Aide/Cook + Visa Sponsorship Build a Long-Term Future in US

  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago

Full Green Card Sponsorship is included as part of this position with relocation bonus. Only candidates currently in the US with temporary status (asylum pending, asylum, DACA, and other...

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To apply for this position, please use the following link: Overview We are seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide/Cook to join our healthcare team....

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Dietary Aide

  • Marquis Companies
  • Tualatin, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR
  • 6 days ago

If your answer is “all of the above”, consider becoming a Dietary Aide at Marquis Companies....

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Dietary Aide @ MARQUIS Vermont Hills

  • Marquis Companies
  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 8 days ago

Dietary Aide @ MARQUIS Vermont Hills Marquis Companies compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Dietary Aide Dietary Aide Dietary Aide JOIN AN OUTSTANDING TEAM!...

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Cook/Dietary Aide Dietary Services

  • Blue Mountain Hospital District
  • John Day, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • John Day, OR
  • 11 days ago

The Cook/Aide is responsible for food preparation and the clean-up and stocking of the cafeteria and food preparation areas....

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Dietary Aide

  • Santiam Hospital & Clinics
  • Stayton, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Stayton, OR
  • 13 days ago

Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene as it relates to food preparation and services. Must be proficient in written and spoken English....

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care Center of Coos Bay
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 15 days ago
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 15 days ago

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

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 15 days ago
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 15 days ago

Your daily responsibilities will be providing assistance in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions....

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Dietary Aide Prep-Cook / Dietary Aide

  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 19 days ago
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 19 days ago

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

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Dietary Aide in Memory Care

  • Generations
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 days ago

Dietary Aides at Parkview Memory Care at Cherrywood are responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience to residents and guests....

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Dietary Aide-H

  • MCKAYCREEK
  • Pendleton, OR
  • 26 days ago
  • Pendleton, OR
  • 26 days ago

General Purpose The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she is reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Oregon

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Highest Education Level

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