Dietary Aide Jobs in South Carolina

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

  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago

Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Ful Time)

  • Charleston, SC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 21 hours ago

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

Dietary Aide

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Three Rivers Midlands is seeking a dynamic & talented Dietary Aide Three Rivers Midlands is a comprehensive behavioral health facility treating children and adolescents through residential...

Dietary Aide Full Time

  • Hartsville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Performs a variety of routine tasks such as daily cleaning, salad preparation, cafeteria counter service, food and non-food storage, pot washing, dish machine washing, and other...

Dietary Aide (Part-time)

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 2 days ago

Come join our Food Services Team as a Part Time Dietary Aide. Looking for a person who enjoys working in the food and beverage industry and has a tender spot for the elderly....

Kitchen Assistant/ Dietary Aide

  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Kitchen Assistant/Dietary Aide at Restoration at Simpsonville Assisted Living! Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference?...

Cook - Dietary Aide HCC

  • North Augusta, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • North Augusta, SC
  • 3 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: The Dietary Aide Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor....

Dietary Aide HCC- Part-time

  • Conway, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Conway, SC
  • 7 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...

Dietary Aide PRN

  • Hartsville, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 8 days ago

The Dietary Aide assists in the preparation, service/delivery and storage of food. Assembles prepared foods, delivers, and returns trays to cleanup area. Cleans and maintains sanitary conditions....

Dietary Aide

  • Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago

Position : Dietary Aide Job Type: Part Time and Full Time Benefits Earned Time Off Holiday Incentive Pay Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program 401k with...

Dietary Aide

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 11 days ago

Position: Dietary Aide The Cypress of Hilton Head is actively seeking a hospitality-focused Dietary Aide to join our dedicated team....

Dietary Aide HCC

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 15 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...

Dietary Aide, Part-Time

  • Greenville, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 20 days ago

You'll help our kitchen staff with meal preparation and service. More about us: Reedy River Post Acute is a member of the largest network of skilled nursing facilities in South Carolina....

Dietary Aide

  • Fountain Inn, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Fountain Inn, SC
  • 20 days ago

Fountain Inn Post Acute is a 66-bed facility located just 20 minutes from downtown Greenville, S.C. We're making some positive changes that include new management and new nurse leadership and we...

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Little River, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Little River, SC
  • 23 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Morrison Healthcare - 4000 Highway 9, Little River, SC 29566....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in South Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in South Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
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 South Carolina
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%