Nutrition Services Aide Jobs

A Nutrition Services Aide plays an essential role in the nutrition industry by providing support in aspects of dietary planning and food service management. They are mainly responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining dietary records, providing patient education on nutritional requirements, and maintaining sanitation standards in food preparation areas. They are also involved in coordinating dietary needs with doctors and dietitians, ensuring that patients or clients receive appropriate meals based on their health conditions or dietary restrictions. These professionals work in various settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other institutions that provide food services.

To be a Nutrition Services Aide, one needs to have a high school diploma or equivalent, and some positions may require a certification in food handling or nutrition services. They should have excellent organizational and multitasking skills, knowledge of dietary practices, and proficiency in using kitchen equipment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are also crucial as they often interact with patients, clients, and healthcare providers. Prior to becoming a Nutrition Services Aide, a person may have roles as a kitchen assistant, food service worker, or dietary aide, which would provide them with necessary experience in food handling and preparation, basic nutrition, and dietary services.

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Nutrition Services Aide

  • Rock Valley, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Rock Valley, IA
  • 22 days ago

The Nutrition Services Aide assists in maintaining inventory, serviceware and sanitary conditions within the department....

Nutrition Service Aide

  • Lemont, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • Lemont, PA
  • 25 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?...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Salyersville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Salyersville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Role: Food Service Worker Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a...

Nutrition Service Aide (Pool)

  • Prosper, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Prosper, TX
  • 15 days ago

Become the Nutrition Services Aide you always wanted to be Maintain proper temperature for both hot and cold foods....

PRN Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Kenansville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Kenansville, NC
  • 5 days ago

Role: Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in...

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant; Nutrition

  • Danville, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Danville, PA
  • 10 days ago

Reports to the Nutrition and Weight Management lead advanced Practitioner. Previous experience in bariatrics and/or nutrition preferred....

Nutrition Assistant

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 6 hours ago

Prepares and delivers tube feeds per department requirements. Works cooperatively within the department and with other departments to achieve the goals of the room service department....

Food Service Worker - St. Christopher Briarwood

  • Briarwood, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Briarwood, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Join our school nutrition team as a Food Service Worker and help serve healthy meals that fuel learning and fun every day!...

Food Service Worker II - Full Time - Variable Shifts

  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Food Service Worker II - Full Time - Variable Shifts Department: NUTRITIONAL SERVICES Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor this position promotes meal assistance to...

Food Service Worker II-Occasional-Variable Shift

  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Food Service Worker II-Occasional-Variable Shift Department: NUTRITIONAL SERVICES Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor this position promotes meal assistance to patients...

Food service Worker II-Regular Variable Shift

  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Food service Worker II-Regular Variable Shift Department: NUTRITIONAL SERVICES Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor this position promotes meal assistance to patients...

Food Service Worker II - Occasional - Variable Shifts

  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Food Service Worker II - Occasional - Variable Shifts Department: NUTRITIONAL SERVICES Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor this position promotes meal assistance...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 hours ago

Location: NSU University Schools We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : NSU University Schools - 3375 Southwest 75th Avenue. Note: online...

Food Service Assistant II - Food and Nutrition Services - Days

  • Naperville, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Hourly Pay Range: $17.43 - $24.40 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Food Service...

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNutrition research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Nutrition Services Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
High School or GED
17.7%
Master's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nutrition Services Aides
1-2 years
40.0%
Less than 1 year
30.0%
2-4 years
23.3%
4-6 years
6.7%



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