Dietary Technician Jobs in Illinois

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
  • 6 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL
  • 6 hours ago

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

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Dietary Aide

  • Apostolic Christian Skylines
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 hours ago

NOW HIRING Dietary Aides!! (When applying, Please OPT-IN to receive text messages from HR to schedule an interview) We are a Christian retirement community where choices, dignity and fellowship...

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Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Godfrey, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Godfrey, IL
  • 15 hours ago

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

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Dietary Assistant

  • Trinity Health
  • Berwyn, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Berwyn, 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....

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Dietary Aide

  • Tutera Senior Living
  • Canton, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, IL
  • 1 day ago

Dietary Aide Sunset Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Are you a Dietary Aide seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking dietary...

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Dietary Aide

  • Franciscan Ministries
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Assist with meal preparation. Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance. Ensure food is served in accordance with the company portion control procedure....

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Dietary Aide - PRN

  • Universal Health Services
  • Streamwood, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Streamwood, 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 Mon - Thurs 7am - 3pm and every other weekend 4pm-7pm

  • Senescent Healthcare
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 2 days ago

The Dietary Aide at Senescent Healthcare is responsible for assisting in food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas....

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Dietary Aide

  • Meridian Senior Living
  • Effingham, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Effingham, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: The Glenwood of Effingham - Effinghman, IL 62401Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $15.50 HourlyEvery other weekend! One day per week! Meridian Senior Living...

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Dietary Aide

  • Unique Homes & Lumber
  • Streator, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Streator, IL
  • 4 days ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

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Dietary Aide

  • Lifespace Communities
  • Lombard, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Lombard, 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- 1st shift

  • Gardant
  • McHenry, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • McHenry, IL
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to our residents in consideration of dietary preferences and restrictions Prepares dining areas, providing a clean...

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Dietary Aide- 2nd shift

  • Gardant
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to our residents in consideration of dietary preferences and restrictions Prepares dining areas, providing a clean...

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Dietary Aide - Part-time- 2nd shift

  • Gardant
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to our residents in consideration of dietary preferences and restrictions Prepares dining areas, providing a clean...

In Person Part Time

Dietary Aide - Bella Terra Lombard - Food

  • UnitedStates
  • Lombard, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Lombard, 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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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

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