Dietary Aide Jobs in Indiana

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

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 1 day 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

  • Anderson, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Anderson, IN
  • 2 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY We are seeking enthusiastic Dining Assistants who are passionate and eager to grow alongside an outstanding team! The Fast Track Apprenticeship Program - Culinary Track gives...

Dietary Aide/Cook

  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Wellstone Regional Hospital is a 100-bed acute care facility located in Jeffersonville, Indiana and has been providing quality health care to the residents of Southern Indiana and...

Dietary Aide - Part-time - 2nd shift

  • Zionsville, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Zionsville, IN
  • 3 days 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...

PT Dietary Aide - LTC (3p-7p)

  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 days ago

The Dietary Aide will assist in the preparation and serving of meals to residents, ensuring that all dietary needs and preferences are met with a high standard of care....

Dietary Aide

  • Avon, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Avon, IN
  • 5 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....

Dietary Aide - Part-time- 1st shift

  • Merrillville, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN
  • 8 days 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

  • Brazil, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Brazil, IN
  • 8 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

  • Princeton, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Princeton, IN
  • 8 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: We are seeking enthusiastic Dietary Aides who are passionate and eager to grow alongside an outstanding team!...

Dietary Aide

  • Whiting, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Whiting, IN
  • 17 days ago

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

Dietary Aide - Part-Time 1st/2nd Shift

  • Sellersburg, IN
  • 18 days ago
  • Sellersburg, IN
  • 18 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Hospitality Team is responsible for every aspect of meal preparation, snack distribution and having all supplements ready for our residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 23 days ago

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

Food Service Aide

  • Lebanon, IN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lebanon, IN
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary The Food Service Aide assists with meal service in the Department of Food and Nutrition....

Dietary Aide - Full-Time 1st/2nd Shift

  • Sellersburg, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Sellersburg, IN
  • 19 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Hospitality Team is responsible for every aspect of meal preparation, snack distribution and having all supplements ready for our residents....

Nutritional Services (Dietary) Aide PRN

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago

Nutritional Service Aid - PRN Community Health Rehabilitation Hospital North is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as the #1 Rehabilitation Hospital in Indiana....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Indiana

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Highest Education Level

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