Dietary Technician Jobs in Missouri

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

  • Tutera Senior Living
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Dietary Aide Tiffany Spring Rehabilitation 9191 N Ambassador Dr Kansas City, MO 64154 Are you a Dietary Aide seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living &...

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Dietetic Technician I

  • Sodexo
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Medical nutrition therapy referral entry Formula Inventory purchasing....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Marshall, MO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Marshall, MO
  • 9 hours 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

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago

CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia is hiring a Dietary Aide; come join our team and make a difference every day! PURPOSE STATEMENT: Routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot...

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Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server (85188)

  • Pivotal Health Care
  • Gladstone, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Gladstone, MO
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Linden Woods Village - Gladstone, MO 64119Position Type: Part timeJob Category: Food ServicesLinden Woods Village is an innovative, beautiful, 5 star, boutique style...

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Dietary Aide

  • National HealthCare Corporation
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago

Join our Food Nutrition Service Team at NHC Maryland Heights!...

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Dietary Aide

  • Americare
  • Marceline, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Marceline, MO
  • 6 days ago

Your Role as the Dietary Services Aide Skilled Nursing Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Services Aide to support meal preparation, service, and sanitation in...

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Dietary Aide/Cook - Part-Time Mapaville

  • Pony Bird, Inc.
  • Mapaville, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Mapaville, MO
  • 12 days ago

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your culinary skills and experience with modified diets to make a difference for people with disabilities? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you....

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Dietary Aide- H

  • (Columbia Post Acute) Columbia Post Acute, LLC
  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago

Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift. Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles....

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Diet Technician

  • University of Missouri
  • Columbia, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 19 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in nutrition or dietetics, or admission in a coordinated or didactic dietetic program, or Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) by the Commission on Dietetic...

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Dietary Aide PT

  • Stonebridge Westphalia
  • Westphalia, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Westphalia, MO
  • 20 days ago

Assists in dishwashing operation and cleaning tasks. What Makes StoneBridge Unique? At StoneBridge Senior Living, being a caregiver is more than our business....

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care Centers of America
  • Grandview, MO
  • 24 days ago
  • Grandview, MO
  • 24 days 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...

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Dietary Aide/Dishwasher (PT/Evening)

  • Delmar Gardens of South County
  • Sappington, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Sappington, MO
  • 26 days ago

Delmar Gardens South is seeking a Part-Time Evening Dietary Aide and Dishwasher for our beautiful nursing and rehabilitation community. No experience necessary, but prior waiter or waitress...

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Dietary Aide

  • PACS
  • Grandview, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Grandview, MO
  • 26 days ago

Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift. Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles....

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Dietary Technician

  • Hannibal Regional Hospital
  • Hannibal, MO
  • 27 days ago
  • Hannibal, MO
  • 27 days ago

Ability to give oral instructions in good English Ability to greet and serve patients and visitors in a manner conductive to Positive Consumer Relations Knowledge of basic nutrition principles of modified...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Missouri

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Highest Education Level

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