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

  • Lebanon, OR
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lebanon, OR
  • 16 hours ago

Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: 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...

Diet Aide II

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Record patient preference for meal preparation. Instruct production as to the specific item and quantity of each food item to prepare....

Dietary Aide - TN - On Site

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 days ago

The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must be able...

Diet Aide I

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago

Overview Now hiring Diet Aide I-Food Service. Offering a $1,000.00 sign-on Oversees the patient tray delivery system and feeding which includes meals, floor stock, nourishment, and the monitoring...

Diet Aide I & II

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago

Record patient preference for meal preparation. Instruct production as to the specific item and quantity of each food item to prepare....

Diet Aide/Healthcare Server - Per Diem

  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago

RiverWoods is currently looking for a Per Diem Healthcare Server/ Diet Aid to come and join our team! As a server, you will provide a high level of customer service to our residents in a friendly,...

Dietary Aide- PT Evenings

  • Hendricks, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendricks, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Hendricks, MN Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift (United States of America) Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!...

Per Diem Diet Aide/ Healthcare Server

  • Exeter, NH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 45+ days ago

RiverWoods is currently looking for a Per Diem Healthcare Server/ Diet Aide to come and join our team! As a server, you will provide a high level of customer service to our residents in a...

Diet Tech

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Food and Nutrition Aide Part Time

  • El Paso, TX
  • moments ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • moments ago

We are seeking a(an) Food and Nutrition Aide Part Time for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care....

Dietary Aide - Full Time Days

  • Wadsworth, OH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wadsworth, OH
  • 1 hour ago

Dietary Aide Full Time Day Shift Altercare Wadsworth Wadsworth, OH Now Hiring Kitchen Help. Opportunity to work for dietary in healthcare food service that offers restaurant style dining. Company...

Dietary Aide - Join our EPIC Team!

  • Jackson, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jackson, MI
  • 2 hours ago

Join the Faith Haven Senior Care team! The Dietary Aide performs a variety of tasks for residents, including tray line setup, checking trays for accuracy, serving food, washing pots/pans and...

Dietary Aide

  • Porter, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Porter, TX
  • 2 hours ago

The Heights on Valley Ranch 23200 Valley Ranch Parkway Porter, TX 77365 Hours 12:30pm-8:30pm Dietary Aide Bring Joy to Mealtime! Great food. Great company. Great purpose. If you love making people...

Dietary Aide

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : White Oak Manor Charlotte - Charlotte, NC Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Day Job Category : Food Service-...

Dietary Aide

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehab Center - Austin, TX Position Type : PRN Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Flex Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary...

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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
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
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 Technicians
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%