Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Wayne, NJ

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

  • Lyons, NJ (23 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lyons, NJ (23 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Summary These Food Service Worker positions are located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the NJ VA Medical Center, Lyons Campus....

A.A. degree in Nutrition or related major. Minimum six months on a tray assembly line or related experience preferred....

Nutrition Aide I

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Statement of Purpose: To assemble and transport patient trays, clean and sanitize china, silver and glassware; to prepare and mix ingredients for salads, beverages, sandwiches, desserts and...

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

  • Long Island City, NY (21 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (21 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

CulinArt Sector We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location: Randalls Island - 34 02 Steinway Street, Long Island City, NY 11101. Note:...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (16 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (16 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : CNBC - 900 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • South Orange, NJ (13 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ (13 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Seton Hall University - 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

We have an opening for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: New York Times - 620 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10018 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Gourmet We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Rutgers - Newark Board Plan - 350 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Newark, NJ 07102. Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (Seasonal)

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for seasonal FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: United Airlines - United All Lounges, Newark, NJ 07114. Note: online applications accepted...

Food Service Worker

  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Overview: Under the supervision of a Department of Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor or Manager, the Food Service Worker performs a wide variety of routine tasks in all food service areas to...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Morrison Living Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: Carnegie East House - 1844 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10128 Schedule:...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Carnegie East House - 1844 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10128 Schedule : Full and part...

Summer Food Service Worker 2025

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

School Nutrition experience preferred....

Food Service Worker U

  • Paramus, NJ (8 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (8 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

In this role, you will ensure MultiCare patients, families and visitors have the best possible nutritional health care experiences....

Food Service Worker Part-Time Evening 20 Hours Per Week Saturday, Sunday, And Weekday 22455

  • Paramus, NJ (8 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (8 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Job Duties Assembles prepared food on trays for general and therapeutic diets; preparesspecial therapeutic nourishments and snacks (e.g., slices fruits, mixes pre-packaged liquid nourishments)....

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Wayne, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides in Wayne, NJ 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 Wayne, NJ
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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