Dietary Technician Jobs

A Dietary Technician plays a crucial role in the nutrition industry by working in tandem with dietitians to plan, implement, and oversee nutritional programs and diets for individuals in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. They evaluate the dietary needs of patients, monitor their food and fluid intake, counsel on nutritional health and dietary habits, and ensure the safety and sanitary preparation of meals. They also manage food service operations and play a pivotal role in educating patients and their families about appropriate diets for their health conditions.

Dietary Technicians should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They should have an in-depth understanding of nutrition and dietetics, and the ability to translate this knowledge into practical diet plans. They should also have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and families. In terms of qualifications, a Dietary Technician is required to have an associate's degree in dietetic technology, nutrition, or a related field, and many employers prefer candidates who are certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Prior to becoming a Dietary Technician, a person may work as a Dietetic Clerk, Nutrition Assistant, or a Food Service Worker.

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Dietary Aide

  • Mount Carmel, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Carmel, TN
  • 10 days ago

The Nutrition Services Aide II primary responsibility is to serve as a Nutrition Service Aide....

Dietary Aide

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

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. At HCSG, we are passionate about...

Diet Tech

  • Pinehurst, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Pinehurst, MA
  • 28 days ago

Per Diem Positions Available The Nutrition Services Clerk is responsible for essential clerical duties associated with the nutritional care and food service to patients....

Dietary Aide

  • Hampton, NH
  • 16 days ago
  • Hampton, NH
  • 16 days ago

Partridge House is Now Hiring a part-tme Dietary Aide! Part-time. Shifts are 3 PM - 7 PM or 11 AM - 7 PM. Rotational Weekends Required. At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the...

Dietary Aide (Full Time, Flexible Availability Required)

  • Clayton, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Clayton, NM
  • 2 days ago

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting...

Dietary Aide

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Performs other duties as necessary or assigned Experience with institutional food preparation desired Be willing to be cross-trained and function into other work areas of nutrition services Performs...

Dietary Aide

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 11 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Dietary Aide JOIN AN OUTSTANDING TEAM! What’s your wish list for the perfect job? Maybe it’s to make a positive impact in the world, or to grow your career. Maybe working with a great...

Dietary Aide - PRN

  • Ball Ground, GA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ball Ground, GA
  • 12 hours ago

Opportunity to join our amazing hospitality team preparing meals for our clients. This is a part-time position. Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center has an opportunity in our detox/residential...

Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 12 hours ago

Come join the Park Royal Hospital Dietary Team! Routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform routine tasks related to clean up...

Dietetic Assistant (Food Service) Full time Days

  • Boise, ID
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 12 hours ago

Must successfully complete Therapeutic Diet education class and pass the Nutrition pre-test with a score of 80% or higher Work Schedule: This position will be scheduled for 12-hour day shift....

Dietary Aide - PT

  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

Dietary Aide

  • Brazil, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Brazil, IN
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

Dietary Aide-Union - SHB

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 13 hours ago

Summary JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of routine manual tasks in the Food and Nutrition department regarding the patient tray line, nourishment area, kosher kitchen, sanitation, and/or retail functions...

Dietary Aide

  • Floresville, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Floresville, TX
  • 13 hours ago

8 and 6 hour shifts offered (6am-2pm, 2pm-8pm) This position is for 2 days and 2 nights (swing shift) Starting Rate: $12 + / hr. based on experience Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we...

Dietary Aide - Golden Years Nursing Home

  • Falcon, NC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Falcon, NC
  • 13 hours ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment. We are currently seeking an...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
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 Technicians
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%