Dietary Aide Jobs in Georgia

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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Cook - Dietary Aide 205 Roadrunner Blvd

  • GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • GA
  • 4 hours ago

The **Dietary Aide** Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor....

Dietary Aide

  • Twin City, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Twin City, GA
  • 1 day ago

If you feel that you would be right for this dietary aide job, please fill out our initial...

Dietary Aide

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 2 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for...

Dietary Aide / Dietary Cook

  • Dahlonega, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Dahlonega, GA
  • 3 days ago

All Gold City Health And Rehab Jobs Dietary Aide/Dietary Cook - Full Time Gold City Health And Rehab - Dahlonega, GA Posted on 04/08/25 (Ref: GAiCWzuLu8) Hiring Dietary Aides and Dietary Cooks _!...

Wellness Coach III

  • Decatur, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 3 days ago

Must be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues including but not limited to aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and The Coach Approach....

Dietary Aide

  • Macon, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility....

Cook - Dietary Aide HCC

  • Austell, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Austell, GA
  • 4 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: The Dietary Aide Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as directed by the Food Service/Dietary Manager/Supervisor....

Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Dublin, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Dublin, GA
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Fairview Park Hospital - 200 Industrial Boulevard, Dublin, GA 31021....

Dietary Aide, Part-time

  • Glenwood, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Glenwood, GA
  • 5 days ago

Glenwood Healthcare is hiring a DIETARY AIDE to work both short term rehabilitation and long-term care....

Dietary Aide HCC

  • Ashburn, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Ashburn, GA
  • 9 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for...

Dietary Aide Full Time 5a-2p & 11a-8p

  • Saint Marys, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Marys, GA
  • 10 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for...

Diet Aide - 40 hours per week - Days vary 6:15am - 2:45pm

  • Toccoa, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Toccoa, GA
  • 11 days ago

Diet Aide - 40 hours per week - Days vary 6:15am - 2:45pm About us: For the past 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted name in the community, striving for excellence and delivering...

Wellness Coach II

  • Marietta, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 12 days ago

Adhere to strength training and nutrition guidelines in alignment with Y-USA/ACE and ACSM guidelines....

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Fort Oglethorpe, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Oglethorpe, GA
  • 12 days ago

General Purpose: Assist in food preparation and serving; maintain clean and sanitary conditions in the kitchen and dining areas under the supervision of the Dietary Manager or Cook. Essential Job...

Dietary Aide

  • Ball Ground, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ball Ground, GA
  • 15 days ago

Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center has an opportunity in our detox/residential substance abuse treatment center located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. This is an excellent opportunity...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Georgia

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Georgia 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 Georgia
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%