Dietary Aide Jobs in Nashville, 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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Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions....

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

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions. Address : Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West - 4220 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205....

Diet Tech, Infant Feeding Room

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Dietitians, Infant Feeding Room managers, Lactation Consultants, Nurses, co-workers, and parents to ensure accurate milk and feeding preparation, collection, and storage and to maintain sufficient...

Dietary Aide

  • Smyrna, TN (20 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (20 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour. Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility....

Dietary Aide

  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago

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

Dietary Aide

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Website: We are currently looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals....

Dietary Aide

  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Dietary Aide DESCRIPTION Monday-Friday 10:30a-7p Dietary Aide Role Dietary Aide Looking for our next all-star employee with assisted living experience....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Nashville, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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