Dietary Technician Jobs in Aurora, IL

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, Part-Time

  • Covenant Retirement Communities & CovenantCare at Home
  • Batavia, IL (5 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (5 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Uses strong attention to detail for all meal preparation to ensure patients receive appropriate food and nutritional needs....

In Person Part Time

Dietary Assistant

  • Trinity Health
  • Berwyn, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berwyn, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Performs other duties as assigned to facilitate the operational flow of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Performs variety of tasks related to food service....

In Person

Dietary Aide - PRN

  • Universal Health Services
  • Streamwood, IL (16 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Streamwood, IL (16 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Dietary Aide/Assistant PRN SBHS has a Registry (PRN) Dietary Aide position available. Responsibilites include, but are not limited to: The Dietary Aide is responsible for the...

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Dietary Aide

  • Lifespace Communities
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Community: Address: Pay Range If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!

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Dietary Aide - Bella Terra Lombard - Food

  • UnitedStates
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Responsibilities Meal Service & Presentation Assist in meal preparation and ensure food is plated attractively and appropriately for residents....

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Server (Dietary Aide), Part Time

  • Providence Life Services
  • Homer Glen, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Homer Glen, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Apply Description Victorian Village, a Skilled Nursing Community, located in Homer Glen, IL is seeking Dining Room Server (Dietary Aide), Part Time! Victorian Village is a member of the Providence...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Assistant - Part Time

  • Trinity Health
  • Maywood, IL (22 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (22 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Performs other duties as assigned to facilitate the operational flow of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Performs variety of tasks related to food service....

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide

  • Mission Health
  • Oswego, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 23 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.North Ridge Health and Rehab, MN is...

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Dietary Aide - Skilled Nursing Facility

  • Senior Lifestyle
  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Upon meal completion team member will remove all soiled items/equipment and deliver to the dishwashing area. Distribute and collect menus as necessary for each meal period....

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Dietary Assistant

  • Plymouth Place Senior Living
  • La Grange Park, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • La Grange Park, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 28 days ago

We're hiring for a part-time Dietary Assistant! 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and e/o weekend (PT) There are lots of places you could work, right? But if you're looking for a career you love in a community that...

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Dietary Aide

  • Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center
  • Westmont, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Dietary Aide Location: Westmont, Illinois Company: Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center Job Summary: Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Dietary Aide to...

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Dietary Aide

  • Senescent Healthcare
  • Sugar Grove, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sugar Grove, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Assist other workers engaged in preparing foods, setting up dining area, serving, clearing, and cleaning, for assisted living and retirement facilities by performing the following duties....

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Cook/Dietary Aide

  • iCare Consulting Services
  • Oak Park, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Part-time, WEEKEND ONLY Job Description: Cook A skilled nursing facility has a current opportunity for a Cook to help with the Dietary department. This position requires the following...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Universal Health Services
  • Forest Park, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Dietary Aide opportunity with one of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. Riveredge Hospital is a 210-bed leading...

In Person Full Time

Dietary Aide, Full-Time

  • Covenant Living
  • Carol Stream, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Uses strong attention to detail for all meal preparation to ensure patients receive appropriate food and nutritional needs....

In Person Full Time

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Aurora, IL

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Highest Education Level

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