Dietary Aide Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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 - PT

  • Cura-Hospitality
  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 25 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking for a motivated, energetic part time dietary aide to join our Healthcare Foodservice team in Wernersville, PA....

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Dietary Assistant

  • Prime Healthcare
  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Compensation $15.00 per hour Job Type : Full Time & Part Time DESCRIPTION Kadima Health and Nursing at Palmyra is looking to hire a Dietary Aide to join our team!...

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Dietary Aide at Mt Hope Nazarene Retirement Community

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Manheim, PA (9 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Manheim, PA (9 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Server / Dietary Aide

  • Priority Life Care
  • Cleona, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cleona, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago

SERVER / DIETARY AIDE: This position is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming dining experience for our residents....

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Lancaster Nursing Dietary Aide

  • ISH Dining Services
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 23 days ago

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our team at ISH Dining Services in Lancaster, Pennsylvania....

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Dietary Aide

  • Cura-Hospitality
  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 23 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking for a motivated, energetic dietary aide to join our Healthcare Foodservice team in Wernersville, PA....

In Person

PT/FT Dietary Aide - Newport Meadows

  • ISH Dining Services
  • Christiana, PA (18 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Christiana, PA (18 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide Positions Up to $16 Hour Under the direction of Dietary department, the Food Service Aide works in the kitchen assisting in the preparation and service of food and follows a cleaning schedule...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide Full & Part Time

  • ISH Dining Services
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring Full-time & Part-time positions Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Food service or the Assistant Food Service Director, the Food Service Aide works in the kitchen...

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Dietary Aide

  • Genesis Administrative Services LLC
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities The Dietary Aide provides food service assistance in the nursing center to ensure our patients/residents' dining needs are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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