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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FT Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Springdale, MT
  • 6 days ago
  • Springdale, MT
  • 6 days ago

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 long-term care facility. At...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Gilmanton, NH
  • 16 days ago
  • Gilmanton, NH
  • 16 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

  • Lemont, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lemont, PA
  • 45+ 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?...

PRN Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Orono, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 11 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...

Nutrition Services Aide

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 13 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 13 days ago

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

Child Nutrition Assistant (6 hours)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 hour ago

Qualifications High school diploma or GED Ability to work with others Skilled in general cooking mechanics Ability to follow directions Willing to work in various capacities Reports To Child Nutrition...

Food Service Worker

  • Sterling, CO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sterling, CO
  • 1 hour ago

May deliver meals, nourishments, late trays and/or tube feedings to units; return excess nourishments as requested. May also assist in catering or special event service. 6....

Nutrition Assistant FT Rotating

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 hour ago

Nutrition Assistant Full Time Rotating Position Summary Assists Dietitians in Food Service. Provides direct and indirect patient care as determined/delegated by a Registered Dietitian (RD)....

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Location: University of Memphis We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME AND PART TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address : University of Memphis-307 MAPLE STREET. JACKSON, TN 37115...

Food Service Worker

  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Job Title: Food Service Worker Location: WILLIAMSON STREET Department Name: Dietary - Management Req #: ... Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $16.70 - $16.70 per hour Pay Transparency: The...

Food Service Worker (On Call)

  • Glencoe, MN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Glencoe, MN
  • 2 hours ago

4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition...

Food Service Worker (Full & Part Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Location: CSU - LA We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : 5500 Paseo Rancho Castilla. Los Angeles, CA 90032 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 2 hours ago

4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Location: Xavier University We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : Xavier University - 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207. Note: online...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jamaica, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Location: St. Johns Univ OH We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : 8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, NY 11439 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Nutrition and Wellbeing
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Agriculture and Nutrition
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Nutrition and Healthy Living
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the importance of healthy eating and active living, which, in turn, can produce the best results for your overall well-being. The course...

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
17.6%
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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