Dietary Aide Jobs in Texas

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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Nutrition Service Worker

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Food - Nutrition Svc Worker opening. We promptly review all applications....

Nutrition Service Worker PRN

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Food - Nutrition Svc Worker PRN you want with your current employer?...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

Dietary Aide

  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Dietary Aide Avir at Tierra Este El Paso, Texas Less than 1 hour ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Avir Health Group is seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to join our family!...

Food and Nutrition Aide

  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 hours ago

We are looking for an enthusiastic Food and Nutrition Aide to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!...

Neonatal Nutrition Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Neonatal Nutrition Technician today with The Woman's Hospital of Texas....

Dietary Aide Assistant FT

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: Must be familiar with the operation of food service equipment. Must have a working knowledge of food sanitation; knows acceptable techniques in handling and...

Dietary Aide

  • Columbus, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, TX
  • 1 day 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....

Full Time Dietary Aide

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 1 day ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift....

Dietary Aide (75026)

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location: Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Edinburg - Edinburg, TX Position Type: PRN Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: Flex Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary...

Dietary Aide - FT

  • Desoto, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Desoto, TX
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Dietary Aide is responsible for the following: assisting with preparing the salad bar, maintaining an adequate supply of beverages, ensuring the cafeteria and dining room remain...

Dietary Aide (Wait staff)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Learn and follow food service routines within a short period. Set up meal trays and strip down returned trays. Operate the dishwasher; observe and record...

Dietary Technician PRN

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

and under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian....

Dietetic Technician

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

Completes additional duties potentially including data collection, HealthTouch operations, patient satisfaction initiatives (i.e. patient rounds, test trays, etc), and assisting registered dietitians...

Dietary Aide

  • Tomball, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Tomball, TX
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide Bring Joy to Mealtime! Great food. Great company. Great purpose. If you love making people smile through delicious meals and compassionate service, we want you on our team!...

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Dietary Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
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 Texas
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%