Dietary Aide Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

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 Centers of America
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 1 hour ago

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

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Dietary Aide (84713)

  • Regency Integrated Health Services
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 7 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Windsor Calallen - Corpus Christi, TX 78410Position Type: Full TimePrimary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary Manager and state...

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Dietary Aide

  • 10 Driscoll Children's Hospital
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 14 days ago

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. JD Attached* General...

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Diet Aide

  • Ernest Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 15 days ago

Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 20 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
  • Corpus Christi, TX (1 mile from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX (1 mile from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 20 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline Hospital - 600 Elizabeth Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78404....

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Dietary Technician - Part Time

  • Harbor Healthcare System
  • Portland, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, TX (11 miles from Corpus Christi, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a part time Dietary Aide position in the Portlandarea....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Corpus Christi, TX 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 Corpus Christi, TX
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%