Dietary Aide Jobs in Springfield, IL

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 - Part-time- 2nd shift

  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities: Serves high-quality, nourishing meals, snacks, and beverages to our residents in consideration of dietary preferences and restrictions Prepares dining areas, providing a clean...

Dietary Aide

  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Details about the Dietary Aide position we are hiring for: As a Dietary Aide, you will work closely with our dining services team....

Dietary Aide

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a dietary aide to provide timely delivery of quality food for residents, guests, family members and staff according to established facility policies and procedures, using safe...

Dietary Aide

  • Springfield, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 17 days ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

Dietary Aide - Full-Time

  • Sherman, IL (8 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sherman, IL (8 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide - Full-Time The Villas Senior Care Community - East Sherman, IL Pay Maximum: 17 Pay Minimum: 15 Pay Rate: Hourly New $500 Sign On Bonus! Ask for details! Full Time Opening Available!...

Dietary Aide - Sunny Acres - Full-Time

  • Petersburg, IL (20 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Petersburg, IL (20 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Dietary Aide - Sunny Acres - Full-Time Sunny Acres Nursing Home Petersburg, IL Pay Maximum: 17.50 Pay Minimum: 15.50 Pay Rate: Hourly Part-Time Opening! Evening Shift Available!...

Dietary Aide

  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Dietary Aide Vonderlieth Living Center Mount Pulaski, IL Pay Maximum: 17 Pay Minimum: 15 Pay Rate: Hourly Great Opportunities Available!...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Springfield, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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