Dietary Aide Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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

  • Acadia Healthcare Inc.
  • Louisville, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Dietary Aide/Cook to be responsible for preparing main menu items and various duties in the kitchen, including preparation of various portions of meals, presentation...

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Dietary Aide

  • Covenant
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Dietary Aide, Food Services Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts Methodist Overview: Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, part of Covenant Health, is a trusted regional hospital...

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Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Rocky Top, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rocky Top, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 15 days ago

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

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Dietary Aide

  • HHS
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 days ago

Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietary Aide to join our team....

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

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 24 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: Knoxville Area. Note: online applications accepted only....

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

  • Compass Group
  • Knoxville, TN (9 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (9 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 26 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Knoxville Area. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Dietary Aide 11:30AM - 7:30PM

  • Oak Ridge Al Opco LLC
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 27 days ago

Dining Services Associate DEPARTMENT: Dietary REPORTS TO: Food Service Director POSITION SUMMARY: The essential functions of the job for the Dining Services Associate requires, and may be amended...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Knoxville, TN (15 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (15 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Turkey Creek Medical Center - 10820 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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