Dietary Technician Jobs in Florida

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

  • Dunedin, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Dunedin, FL
  • 1 day 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...

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Pensacola, FL
  • moments ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • moments ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

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

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • moments ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • moments ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

Dietary Aide - Part-Time

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Dietary Aide Come join us at Lourdes Noreen-McKeen Residence! A Faith-Based, Nonprofit, Short-Term Rehabilitation and Skilled Geriatric Care facility sponsored by the Carmelite Sisters for the...

Dietary Aide

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 22 hours ago

The Dietary Aide performs a variety of duties including minor food assembly, tray assembly, food delivery and service, dish washing and cleaning as assigned by supervisors, assembly of trays and...

Nutrition Technician Lead

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Required Qualifications - Require minimum of two (2) years high volume nutrition experience....

Dietary Aide

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Dietary Aide Job Reference Number: 33215 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Florida (US-FL) What Sets Us Apart Come and join our amazing team No...

Dietary Aide

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are...

Dietary Assistant - Part-Time

  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 2 days ago

Come join our awesome team as a Part-Time Dietary Assistant at Gulf Coast Village. We're offering a great work environment and a flexible schedule! Gulf Coast Village is part of Volunteers of...

Dietary Aide

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 3 days ago

Cleveland Clinic understands that keeping up with nutritional needs is essential to staying well....

Dietary Aide

  • Bayonet Point, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Bayonet Point, FL
  • 4 days ago

Solaris HealthCare Bayonet Point is now hiring. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day. We are a five-star rated...

Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days 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...

Dietary Aide

  • Oakland Park, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakland Park, FL
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Fort Lauderdale behavioral Health Center is a 182-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful Oakland Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. FLBHC features...

Dietary Aide (18+)

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 6 days ago

If you enjoy working with older adults, caring for and talking with them, this is the job of a lifetime. At Regency Oaks, you can jump-start a senior living career or build the one you have....

Dietary Aide

  • Brandon, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 6 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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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

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