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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Nutritional Services Aide

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary The Food and Nutritional Services Worker assists in food preparation, meal service, and kitchen sanitation to ensure high-quality nutritional care for patients and staff....

Dietary Aide (74668)

  • Weslaco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Weslaco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location: Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Weslaco - Weslaco, TX Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide...

Dietary Aide

  • Grapevine, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX
  • 2 days ago

for a talented experienced Dietary Aide to join our team!...

Dietary Aide

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 2 days ago

aide 6am - 2p and 12pm - 8pm Starting pay: $11.00/hr....

Dietary Technician

  • Round Rock, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX
  • 3 days ago

experience in food service in a healthcare setting 1 year of experience in healthcare institution as Diet Technician preferred Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent Associates degree in Nutrition...

Dietary Technician

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

experience in food service in a healthcare setting 1 year of experience in healthcare institution as Diet Technician - preferred Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent Associates degree in Nutrition...

Dietary Aide

  • Spring Branch, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX
  • 4 days ago

The Heights of Bulverde located at 384 Harmony Hills, Spring Branch, TX 78070 (outside San Antonio 281/1604 interchange) Dietary Aide Enjoying meals is an important part of daily life of our patients...

Dietary Technician - Full Time

  • Jasper, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Jasper, TX
  • 4 days ago

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a full time Dietary Aide position in the Jasper area....

Dietary Aide

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented Dietary Aide to join our team at TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital....

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Abilene, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 4 days ago

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

Dietary Aide Assistant FT

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 4 days 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...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Abilene, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 5 days ago

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

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

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 5 days ago

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

Dietary Aide-P

  • George West, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • George West, TX
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Live Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - George West, TX Position Type : PRN Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the...

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

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 6 days ago

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

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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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
9.8%
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 Texas
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%