Dietary Aide Jobs in Louisiana

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

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

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 Assistant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 hours ago

The Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service functions including but not limited to preparing and assembling food items, setting up stations, serving and replenishing food....

Dietary Aide (PRN)

  • Farmerville, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Farmerville, LA
  • 17 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS Dietary Aide SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: Possesses a High School Diploma or sufficient knowledge and education to perform job functions....

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Food Service Prepares and serves food and assists in any food related activities as directed and menus as approved by registered dietitian/nutritionist including the preparation...

Dietary Aide - St. Charles Parish Hospital - PRN

  • Luling, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Luling, LA
  • 2 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Dietary Aide

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago

8 hour shifts offered Weekend needed Starting Rate: $9.25/hr. Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide: Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire Medical / Dental /...

Dietary Aide

  • Minden, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Minden, LA
  • 2 days ago

8 hour shift offered Swing shift, work two days 6am-2pm & 11:30am-7:00pm Starting Rate $10.00/hr. Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide: Free employee and family telehealth...

Dietary Aide

  • Springhill, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Springhill, LA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Springhill Post Acute and Rehabilitation - Springhill, LA Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Day DIETARY AIDE Position Description: Responsible for performing a variety...

Dietary Assistant - Part-Time

  • Zachary, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Zachary, LA
  • 12 days ago

Perform duties in accordance with established procedures and policies of the Food and Nutritional Services department....

Cook/Dietary Aide/Dishwasher (PRN)

  • Ringgold, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Ringgold, LA
  • 21 days ago

Reads menus, and recipes, and reviews the necessary steps in meal preparation with the Director of Food & Nutrition Services. Prepares menu items in accordance with established standards....

Substitute School Food Service Technician

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 23 days ago

Prepare food according to the planned menu and follow recipes and/or instructions accurately to ensure proper nutritional content and cost effectiveness....

School Food Service Technician

  • Sunset, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Sunset, LA
  • 29 days ago

Prepare food according to the planned menu and follow recipes and/or instructions accurately to ensure proper nutritional content and cost effectiveness....

Food Service Technician - substitute

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 29 days ago

REPORTS TO: School Food Service Manager/Principal and Supervisor of Food Service JOB SUMMARY: To provide students with appetizing, nutritional meals in a sanitary pleasant environment that promotes...

Dietary Aide

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Your job is more than a job. WORK SHIFT: Variable Hours (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the...

Diet Aide- Part Time

  • Jonesboro, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our team as a Diet Aide and play a vital role in assisting with meal distribution to our patients. As a Diet Aide, you'll have...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

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