Dietary Aide Jobs in Arizona

A Dietary Aide, also known as a dietetic aide, is a professional who provides crucial support within the nutrition industry, primarily in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. Their primary role involves assisting dietitians or nutritionists in food planning and preparation, ensuring the meals meet the dietary needs of the patients. This could include preparing special meals for patients with food allergies, diabetes, or other specific dietary requirements. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, adhering to food safety standards, and sometimes even helping patients with their meals. A Dietary Aide is also often in charge of keeping records, including meal consumption, food inventory, and patient dietary information.

Key skills for a Dietary Aide include strong knowledge of nutrition and diet, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. In terms of certification, there aren't specific certifications required for this role, although a Food Handler's Permit is usually expected. Prior to becoming a Dietary Aide, a person might have experience in roles such as a kitchen helper, food service worker, or even a caregiver. These positions provide valuable experience in food preparation, safety procedures, and patient interaction, all of which are very beneficial for a Dietary Aide role.

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Dietary Aide III U

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 12 hours ago

FTE:.5 Shift: Evening Schedule: Evening Position Summary The Dietary Aide III is a collaborative opportunity on our Nutrition Services team....

Dietary Aide 2

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Assembles patient trays according to marked menu and diet; may be assigned to various stations (starter, desserts, salads, hot food, beverage, loader or cart delivery). Prepares salads, sauces,...

Dietary Aide - Ahwatukee Post Acute

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Now Hiring: Dietary Aide - Join the Ahwatukee Post Acute Team!...

Dietary Aide - PT

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Now Hiring Part-Time Dietary Aides! Join Friendship Village Tempe and help serve delicious, nutritious meals with care!...

Dietary Aide_Full time

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Sierra Tucson, a world renowned residential treatment center, is seeking a Full time Dietary Aide to work at our beautiful campus, located at 39580 S Lago del Oro Parkway, Tucson AZ....

Dietary Aide - Apache Junction

  • Apache Junction, AZ
  • 13 days ago
  • Apache Junction, AZ
  • 13 days ago

Dietary Aide Duties: Assist in cleaning and organizing of kitchen and food storage area. Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots & pans....

Dietary Aide

  • Paradise Valley, AZ
  • 13 days ago
  • Paradise Valley, AZ
  • 13 days ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift....

Nutrition Service Worker

  • Kingman, AZ
  • 19 days ago
  • Kingman, AZ
  • 19 days ago

Your dedication as a Nutrition Services Worker will shine in our welcoming and compassionate environment!...

Diet Aide - PT

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 19 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 19 days ago

Diet Aide - Part-Time Pay: $17.00-$18.00/ hr depending on experience Schedule: 24 hours per week. 6:30a - 2:30p and 11:00a - 7:00p Location: Acacia Health Center at Sagewood 4555 E. Mayo Blvd.,...

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 22 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 22 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location: Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital - 350 North Wilmot Road, Tucson, AZ 85711....

Nutrition Service Worker

  • Kingman, AZ
  • 23 days ago
  • Kingman, AZ
  • 23 days ago

Nutrition Services is a high volume, fast paced operation serving 90,000 meals per month. Key Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities vary per job assignment as described below....

Dietary Aide Dishwasher

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 24 days ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 24 days ago

We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals....

Dietetic Tech

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

The dietetic technician, registered (DTR) participates in quality improvement initiatives at the direction of Clinical Nutrition leadership and the dietitian....

Dietary Aide

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals....

Dietetic Technician

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR); Experience in Nutrition within an acute care setting is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Arizona

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Arizona offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some High School
1.6%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Aides in Arizona
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%