Dietary Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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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Food & Nutrition Aide PD - Food & Nutrition - Mullica Hill

  • Mullica Hill, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mullica Hill, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Supports all functions of the Food and Nutrition Department Room Service as necessary for patient care....

Dietetic Assistant

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Our teams of registered dietitians are experts in medical nutrition therapy, diabetes education, preventative medicine, behavioral change strategies, adult and child weight management, integrative medicine...

Dietary Aide/Dishwasher

  • Sewell, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Sewell, NJ
  • 3 days ago

SAME DAY PAY available! If you would like to work in a positive environment and make a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd like to hear from you! At our community, you will be part of a...

Dietary Aide

  • Rockleigh, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockleigh, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Dietary Aide Jewish Home at Rockleigh Rockleigh, NJ Pay Frequency: Hourly Pay Maximum: 16.75 Pay Minimum: 16.75 Job Summary: The primary purpose of your job position is to be responsible for...

Dietary Aide

  • Chatham, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Chatham, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Dietary Aide OFFERING DAILY PAY!! At our center, residents are treated to a complete spectrum of Rehab Services and Clinical/Nursing Care. We provide the comprehensive care that meets the...

Dietary Aide

  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: 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...

Dietary Aide FT & PT

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Hampton Ridge Healthcare & Rehabilitation is looking for a qualified Dietary Aide to prepare and serve food to the residents in our facilities. You will deliver dishes and ensure good sanitary...

Dietary Aide-PT-Evening

  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Dietary Aide-PT-EveningPALISADES MEDICAL CENTERNorth Bergen, New Jersey Apply ( + **Requisition #** 2024-157036 + **Shift** Evening + **Status** Part-time with Benefits **Overview** Our team...

Dietary Aide -Full Time - Day

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: + Previous experience with or knowledge of nutrition/dietetics. + Excellent customer service skills....

Dietary Aide

  • Hightstown, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Hightstown, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Meadow Lakes is seeking experienced Dietary Aides to join our team! Meadow Lakes is a Springpoint Senior Living Community located in East Windsor, NJ. We are seeking full-time and part-time...

Dietary Aide - Food Services

  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Dietary Aide - Food Services Hudsonview Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare Compensation $15.13 per hour Job Type : Both DESCRIPTION Dietary Aide RATE: $15.13 Per Hour BENEFITS: Weekly...

Dietary Aide

  • North Plainfield, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • North Plainfield, NJ
  • 19 days ago

Nutrition Service Aide Career Opportunity Appreciated for your Nutrition Services work Are you on the lookout for a career close to home and heart?...

Diet Aide

  • Somerville, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Somerville, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Job Overview: Provides nutritional care services to patients by assisting in the implementation of selected prescribed dietary regimens....

Food Service Aide - Part-Time

  • Chester, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Chester, NJ
  • 23 days ago

testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to: Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant Nurse Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Environmental Services Food and Nutrition...

Cafeteria Dietary Aide Full Time Day Ridgewood

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 27 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: To prepare cold food, serve meals to customers in the employee Cafeteria, and perform other duties associated Food and Nutrition activities....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
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 New Jersey
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%