Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Tennessee

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/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Monteagle, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Monteagle, TN
  • 12 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...

PRN Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Camden, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Camden, TN
  • 10 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...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Clerical Assistant - Nutrition Services

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

Purpose and Scope Supports an organization or department by performing secretarial and clerical services for school locations. Assist management with administrative tasks such as tracking and...

Food Service Worker Supv

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 2 days ago

Summary This position serves as the primary shift supervisor and will be directly responsible for the supervision of all food service activities and coordinates the activities of the Food Service...

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

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown - 2000 Church Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37236....

Nutrition Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking techniques. Prepares food for multiple therapeutic diets and complies with state...

Food Service Worker

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 4 days ago

Summary This Food Service Worker position is located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro, TN....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Sewanee, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Sewanee, TN
  • 4 days ago

But we don't stop at just foodservice we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily....

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Bristol, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Bristol, TN
  • 4 days ago

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

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Signal Mountain, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Signal Mountain, TN
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Alexian Village Tennessee 437 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 6 days ago

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

Nutrition Service Aide (Pool)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago

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

Nutrition Assistant I

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities Expectations: Ability to successfully deliver custom care to 4-6 patients per shift Deliver quality patient care in a fast-paced critical setting Excel coordinating care for...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Jefferson City, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jefferson City, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides in Tennessee 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 in Tennessee
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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