Dietary Aide Jobs in Bel Air, MD

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.

1-13 of 13 Jobs

Dietary Aide-Union-Lev- Part Time

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Summary Performs a variety of routine manual tasks in the Food and Nutrition department regarding the patient tray line, nourishment area, kosher kitchen, sanitation, and/or retail functions....

Dietary Assistant

  • Hunt Valley, MD (16 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (16 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 days ago

*This position is for full-time day shifts* Who we are ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre-eminent psychiatrists...

Dietary Aide

  • Towson, MD (17 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Towson, MD (17 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 2 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....

Diet Aide

  • Towson, MD (17 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Towson, MD (17 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Position Title: Diet Aide (Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available) Pay: $15.75 - $17.75 / hour Schedule: Full-time - 5 days a week, including every other weekend Part-Time - Must have ability...

Dietary Aide-Union

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Summary JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of routine manual tasks in the Food and Nutrition department regarding the patient tray line, nourishment area, kosher kitchen, sanitation, and/or retail functions...

Nutrition Technician - Baltimore City Health Department

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Ability to develop and conduct basic nutrition education and promotion programs. Ability to prepare nutrition educational and promotional materials....

Dietary Aide-Union-Lev

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary Performs a variety of routine manual tasks in the Food and Nutrition department regarding the patient tray line, nourishment area, kosher kitchen, sanitation, and/or retail functions....

Dietary Aide, Part-Time Rotating

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Company Description When we say our community we mean it. UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our...

Dietary Aide/Porter

  • Pikesville, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pikesville, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At FutureCare our Dietary Aides/Porters are an integral part of the Food & Hospitality Department who ensure proper delivery of nutritional services to our residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Glen Arm, MD (10 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glen Arm, MD (10 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Dietary Aide Glen Meadows Retirement Community Glen Arm, MD FLSA Status: Non-Exempt FTE: 0.3 = 24 hours per pay, Part Time Flex Holidays: Every Other Holiday Schedule: 4pm - 7:30pm Shift: Evenings Status...

Dietary Aide/Porter -All Shifts

  • Dundalk, MD (20 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dundalk, MD (20 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview At FutureCare our Dietary Aides/Porters are an integral part of the Food & Hospitality Department who ensure proper delivery of nutritional services to our residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Cockeysville, MD (16 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cockeysville, MD (16 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Perform additional tray line duties and projects as assigned by lead dietary aide or supervisor. 13....

Dietary Aide/Porter -All Shifts

  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (22 miles from Bel Air, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview At FutureCare our Dietary Aides/Porters are an integral part of the Food & Hospitality Department who ensure proper delivery of nutritional services to our residents....

Demographic Data for Bel Air, MD

Moving to Bel Air, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Bel Air, MD below.


Local
National
68,795
1,812
Medium

Dietary Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireNutrition curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Certificate In Dietary Supplements
Updated: Nov. 21-Nutrition Career Guide- A 50 Page e-book that may help you with your Nutrition Career. Updated: Nov. 19-Added a Starter Pack- 30+ Minutes-Added another Accreditation Authority:...
Diploma in Nurse Aide & Home Aide Worker Studies
Become a certified Nurse aide and home aide worker with this multiple module training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate, skilled...
Diploma in Caregiving,Home Health Aide & Nurse Aide (3 in 1)
Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Bel Air, MD

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNutrition research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dietary Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Bel Air, MD 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 Bel Air, MD
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%