Dietary Technician Jobs in Tampa, FL

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

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview 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...

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Dietary Aide

  • Operation PAR, Inc.
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Largo, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 4 days ago

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been...

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Cook/Dietary Technician - Care Centers

  • Hospice of Marion County
  • Palm Harbor, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Palm Harbor, FL (20 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Suncoast Hospice, a part of Empath Health is currently seeking a Cook/Dietary Technician to join our team....

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Dietary Aide

  • Acts Retirement-Life Communities
  • Dunedin, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dunedin, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 13 days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for fostering an environment of hospitality for residents under the direction of the Nutrition Services Manager....

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

  • Compass Group
  • Wesley Chapel, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL (19 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 20 days ago

With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (11 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 27 days ago

With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Riverview, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Riverview, FL (9 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 27 days ago

With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments...

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Dietary Aide

  • Pinnacle Dietary Global
  • Tampa, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Pinnacle Dietary Global, a leading provider of dietary management services, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Dietary Aide to join our team in Tampa, Florida. As a Dietary Aide,...

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Dietary Aide

  • Prairie Mountain Health
  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brandon, FL (10 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian. Assists with food preparation as directed....

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Registered Dietetic Technician

  • Solaris HealthCare
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian....

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Health Technician (Dietetic)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bay Pines, FL (21 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

diets; assisting with food selections; following verbal and written instructions; and using computer equipment, phone system, and printers....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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