Dietary Aide Jobs in Harlingen, 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 (84391)

  • Regency Integrated Health Services
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 14 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Harlingen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Harlingen, TX 78550Position Type: Full TimePrimary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary...

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Dietary Aide

  • Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Weslaco
  • Weslaco, TX (21 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Weslaco, TX (21 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Weslaco, TX 78596Position Type: Full TimePrimary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary Manager and state guidelines to ensure that...

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

  • Compass Group
  • Harlingen, TX (3 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Harlingen, TX (3 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 20 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Valley Baptist Health System - 2101 Pease Street, Harlingen, TX 78551....

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Dietary Aide - Fulltime (84423)

  • Regency Integrated Health Services
  • Brownsville, TX (20 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX (20 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 29 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Ebony Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Brownsville, TX 78520Position Type: Full TimePrimary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified...

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Dietary Aide - PRN (82394)

  • Regency Integrated Health Services
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Primary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary Manager and state guidelines to ensure that food is properly prepared, served to residents, and after meals are...

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

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Harlingen, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

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