Dietary Aide Jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

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

  • Life Care Center
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 14 hours ago

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

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Dietary Aide

  • White Oak Management
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 22 hours ago

Job DetailsJob Location: White Oak of Charleston - Charleston, SC 29406Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $19.00 HourlyJob Category: Food Service- DietaryApply now for interview...

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Dietary Aide HCC

  • PruittHealth
  • Moncks Corner, SC (24 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Moncks Corner, SC (24 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 8 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for...

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Part-Time Dietary Attendant/Server

  • National HealthCare Corporation
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 14 days ago

Join our Food Nutrition Service Team at The Palmettos of Charleston!...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide - Assisted Living

  • Liberty Healthcare Management
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 16 days ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion Liberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced: DIETARY AIDE Job Summary: Follows planned menu and receives meal orders from residents....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Temporary)

  • Compass Group
  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 19 days ago

We are hiring immediately for temporary PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : MUSC Charleston - 171 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425....

In Person Temporary

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC (5 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : MUSC Charleston - 10 McClennan Banks Drive, Charleston, SC 29425....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide

  • (Cooper River Assisted Living) Mt Pleasant Community Healthcare, LLC
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 45+ days ago

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

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: Roper Hospital - 316 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401....

In Person Full Time

Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 90+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE position. Location: Novant Health East Cooper - 2000 Hospital Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide- Full time

  • PACS
  • Johns Island, SC (15 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Johns Island, SC (15 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

We are currently looking for Dietary Aides to join our work family. If you have a passion for working with people we encourage you to apply!...

In Person Full Time

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Temporary)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC (6 miles from Mount Pleasant, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for temporary PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: MUSC Charleston - 171 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425....

In Person Temporary

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Mount Pleasant, SC 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 Mount Pleasant, SC
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%