Dietary Technician Jobs in Connecticut

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

  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Rocky Hill! Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Apple Rehab Rocky Hill, a 100-bed...

Dietary Aide

  • Madison, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, CT
  • 6 days ago

Overview 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...

Dietary Aide

  • North Stonington, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • North Stonington, CT
  • 7 days ago

restaurant by coordinating with seaters to help servers and kitchen staff work efficiently Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up Ensure all residents receive adequate nutritional...

Dietary Aide

  • Torrington, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Torrington, CT
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring per diem Dining Services Assistants to join our dynamic care team at Valerie Manor in Torrington! No experience is necessary. On-the-job training provided. Working with our team and...

Server / Dietary Aide

  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 days ago

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling.We are looking for a Server to join our team! As part of the Benchmark dining team, your role will be to foster a clean and welcoming...

Dietary Aide

  • New Britain, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 11 days ago

Dietary Aide Autumn Lake Healthcare at New Britain Compensation $18.50 - $20.00 per hour Job Type : Part Time DESCRIPTION Join our wonderful team as a Dietary Aide today! Autumn Lake Healthcare at...

Dietary Aide

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 15 days ago

- Dietary Aide Per Diem What You'll Do: As a Dietary Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting our residents' dietary needs by assisting with meal preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean...

Dietary Aide 2

  • CT
  • 20 days ago
  • CT
  • 20 days ago

Performs routine general service tasks in kitchen, cafeteria, dining room, dish room, and patient feeding area. Sets up assigned station in work area. May perform the following tasks as required:...

Diet Aide II

  • Vernon, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Vernon, CT
  • 22 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working...

Dietary Aide - Dining Concierge

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 29 days ago

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,...

Dietary Assistant - HHC Food and Nutrition

  • Southington, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Southington, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Dietetic Technician (PT Evenings)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 90+ days ago

The Nutrition Liaison/ Dietetic technician assists the dietitian in the nutritional management and care of patients throughout the life cycle....

Dietary Assistant - Food and Nutrition

  • Newington, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newington, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Dietary Assistant Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment...

Dietary Assistant

  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Working knowledge of Basic Nutrition. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information....

Dietetic Technician I, Nutrition Lab (Part Time)

  • Orange, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orange, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Training Required: Successful completion of registration exam to become a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) within 6 months of hire....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

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