Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

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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Part-Time Dietary Aide

  • Cura-Hospitality
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 19 days ago

Part-Time Dietary Aide Job Reference Number: 38991 Employment Type: Part-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality Location: Fort Worth, Texas (US-TX) Why work for Cura Hospitality?...

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Full-Time Dietary Aide

  • Cura-Hospitality
  • Frisco, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 23 days ago

Full-Time Dietary Aide Job Reference Number: 37582 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality Location: Frisco, Texas (US-TX) Why work for Cura Hospitality? No...

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Hospital Dietary Aide - PRN/As Needed

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland Odessa
  • Odessa, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 9 hours ago

As a Nutrition Services Aide, you will play a crucial role in helping to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for our patients, as well as crafting meals for employees, visitors and special functions...

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Dietary Aide / Cook (71107)

  • Priority Management
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations....

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Dietary Aide (84797)

  • Regency Integrated Health Services
  • Kingsville, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kingsville, TX
  • 11 hours ago

precautions and state/federal regulations Preparing and serving beverages Setting up and passing trays for meal service Stocking snack cart Bussing of tables and trays Cleaning the kitchen work area Dishwashing...

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Dietary Aide

  • Nexion Health Management
  • Italy, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Italy, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Starting Rate: $11.50 INDOTH Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire Medical / Dental / Vision Care Early Pay FSA / HSA /...

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care Center
  • Plano, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 11 hours 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

  • Renaissance Park Multi Care Center
  • Benbrook, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Benbrook, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Prn 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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Diet Technician PRN

  • Medical City Decatur
  • Decatur, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Decatur, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Therapy following the Nutrition Care Process in consultation with and under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Pearland, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 22 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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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Pearland, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 1 day 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

  • Meridian Senior Living
  • McKinney, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Hidden Springs of McKinney - McKinney, TX 75070Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $16.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob...

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Dietary Tech-PRN

  • Universal Health Services
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

The Dietary Technician is responsible for providing nutritional and attractive meals for patients and employees, and guests; and maintaining an organized and sanitary environment, ensuring proper storage...

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Dietary Aide/Asst

  • Universal Health Services
  • Laredo, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's...

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Dietary Aide (71002)

  • Priority Management
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

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