Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Food Service Worker (Cook) - Tewksbury, MA

  • Tewksbury, MA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tewksbury, MA
  • 20 hours ago

Must have documented evidence of training in such related areas as nutrition/menu planning in an institutional setting....

Food Service Worker - Groton Dunstable School Nutrition

  • Dunstable, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Dunstable, MA
  • 3 days ago

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

Lead Food Service Worker - Groton Dunstable School Nutrition

  • Groton, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Groton, MA
  • 3 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: Take the lead in preparing and serving meals that meet nutrition and portion guidelines Handle daily ordering, receiving, and storage of food, beverages, and supplies Keep the...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Kingston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Overview 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...

Lead Food Service Worker - Barnstable School Nutrition

  • Hyannis, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 5 days 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 - Boston Prep Charter School Nutrition

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days 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

  • Winchendon, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Winchendon, MA
  • 5 days ago

This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for students in a safe and healthful manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food...

Substitute Food Service Worker - Hull School Nutrition

  • Hull, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hull, MA
  • 5 days ago

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

Nutrition Service Aide (Pool)

  • Framingham, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 6 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?...

Nutrition Assistant/Tech, Per Diem

  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Summary Under the supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Assistant performs various clerical duties relating to food production control, nutrition service, and customer...

General Food Service Worker

  • Amherst, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Amherst, MA
  • 7 days ago

The General Food Service Worker is an essential member of the school cafeteria staff and is charged with daily food preparation, sanitation, cleaning, and serving under the supervision of the...

Nutrition Assistant

  • Quincy, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 8 days ago

Conduct dietary assessments and assign food packages. Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling and referrals....

Food Service Worker - Barnstable School Nutrition

  • Hyannis, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 9 days ago

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

Lead Food Service Worker - Winchendon School Nutrition

  • Winchendon, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Winchendon, MA
  • 9 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: Take the lead in preparing and serving meals that meet nutrition and portion guidelines Handle daily ordering, receiving, and storage of food, beverages, and supplies Keep the...

Food Service Worker - Sandwich School Nutrition

  • East Sandwich, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • East Sandwich, MA
  • 9 days ago

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

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides in Massachusetts 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 in Massachusetts
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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