Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in San Jose, CA

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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Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department Manager)

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Food Nutrition Service Assistant PRN

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Food Nutrition Service Assistant PRN 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 2425 Samaritan Drive, San Jose, CA 95124 Hourly Wage Estimate: $34.51 - $40.06 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job....

Child Nutrition Assistant 2 with Fremont Unified School District

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Fremont Unified School District is now hiring Child Nutrition Assistant 2....

Child Nutrition Assistant 1 with Fremont Unified School District

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Fremont Unified School District is now hiring Child Nutrition Assistant 1....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Bon Appetit We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: AppLovin - 1100 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : AppLovin - 1100 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

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

  • San Jose, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 17 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : ADI - 160 Rio Robles, San Jose, CA 95134. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

Food Service Worker (Full & Part Time)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 29 days ago

Location: San Jose State University We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192 Note: online applications accepted only....

Child Nutrition Assistant Specialist High School - 7.5 hrs/day @ Foothill High CL26-2087

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Child Nutrition Assistant Specialist High School - 7.5 hrs/day @ Foothill High CL26-2087 Print Requirements / Qualifications Required Certificates: California Food Handler's Certification....

Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department Manager)

  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Child Nutrition Assistant - 6 hrs/day @ Harvest Park Middle School CL26-2013

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Child Nutrition Assistant - 6 hrs/day @ Harvest Park Middle School CL26-2013 Print Requirements / Qualifications Required Certificates: California Food Handler's Certification....

Child Nutrition Assistant - 6 hrs/day @ Pleasanton Middle School CL26-2012

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Child Nutrition Assistant - 6 hrs/day @ Pleasanton Middle School CL26-2012 Print Requirements / Qualifications Required Certificates: California Food Handler's Certification....

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Location: San Jose State University We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192. Note: online applications accepted...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Location: San Jose State University We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192. Note: online...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Snowflake - 125 Constitution Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides in San Jose, CA 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
7.5%
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 in San Jose, CA
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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