Dietary Technician Jobs in California

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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AHD Dietary Aide - PB

  • Alameda Health System
  • Alameda, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Washes dishes according to established procedures for manual or automatic dishwashing. Records water temperatures and/or sanitizer on designated logs....

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Dietary Aide

  • Plymouth Village - a HumanGood community
  • Redlands, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Redlands, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Learn and practice local/federal regulatory requirements regarding food safety and sanitation, nutrition, etc. Whats in it for you?...

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Dietary Aide (Part Time)

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Live Oak, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Live Oak, CA
  • 15 hours ago

preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads....

In Person Part Time

Cook/Dietary Aide

  • PACS
  • CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • CA
  • 18 hours ago

Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift. Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles....

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Dietary Aide

  • PACS
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Now Hiring: Dietary Aide Location: Ridgeway Post Acute - Petaluma, CA Starting Pay: $19/hr Status: Part Time Join the Ridgeway Post Acute team, where your work helps nourish and support the...

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Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide (On Call)

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Sonora, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities - Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads.- Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes.- Clean and sanitize kitchen...

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DIETARY AIDE/ASST , Per Diem, Varied

  • Universal Health Services
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 1 day ago

States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.swhpalmdaleregional.com/careers Position Description: To provide food and nutritional care appropriate for all ages including infant...

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Lead Dietary Aide-Dietary-Full Time Varied-Temecula Valley Hospital

  • Universal Health Services
  • Temecula, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of food handling, food preparation, purchasing, and the use of institution equipment computers. Ability to instruct, and supervise the work performance of others....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide II

  • Tarzana
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 1 day ago

Cleans and sanitizes utensils and food preparation areas after each use. Follows posted cleaning schedules utilizing proper sanitation and cleaning methods....

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Dietary Aide Full-time Sun-Thurs

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago

preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility....

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide - Stanford Court (3p-8p Shift)

  • Generations Healthcare
  • Santee, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santee, CA
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide - Stanford Court (3p-8p Shift) Dietary Santee, CA Description Position at Stanford Court Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center Dietary Aide (No experience needed) Full Time - PM Shift...

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Dietary Aide

  • Park Regency Retirement Center
  • Fontana, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 3 days ago

Title Dietary Aide EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,...

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Dietary Aide

  • Mission Health
  • Pittsburg, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburg, CA
  • 3 days ago

SAY NO TO BORING FAST-FOOD JOBS AND YES TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE MUTUAL RESPECT, TEAM SPIRIT AND HARD WORK ARE RECOGNIZED AND REWARED.Wellington Health and Rehab in...

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Dietary Aide Cook

  • Crestwood Behavioral Health
  • Lompoc, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lompoc, CA
  • 3 days ago

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in California 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 Technicians in California
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%