Dietary Aide Jobs in Pittsfield, MA

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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Dietetic Technician

  • Nassau, NY (16 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nassau, NY (16 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

Basic nutrition and dietetics - These questions test for knowledge of basic nutrition and dietetics, including such areas as the nutritional value of foods, nutritional needs of client populations,...

Dietary Aide - Fairview Hospital, Dietary Services, Shift: Day, 37.5 hrs.

  • Great Barrington, MA (20 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Great Barrington, MA (20 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Hospitality Services Manager/Foodservice Supervisor the Food Service Aide will perform various food service and dish room duties, as well as other...

Cook/Diet Aide

  • Great Barrington, MA (20 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Great Barrington, MA (20 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Bear Mountain Healthcare a skilled nursing facility in Great Barrington, MA, is looking to hire a Cook/Diet Aide. Experience in food service in an institutional setting is preferred, but not...

Dietary Aide

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 11 days ago

Springside Rehab & Nursing Center Dietary Aide in Pittsfield , Massachusetts New Pay Rates!!! Part Time Evening Shift! Springside is looking for Dietary Aides to join our kitchen staff!...

Dietary Aide, Berkshire Medical Center, Dietary Services, Shift: Days, 8hrs.

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the food service Manager/Supervisor the Food Service Aide will perform a variety of food service and dish room duties, as well other related tasks....

Dietary Aide, Berkshire Medical Center, Dietary Services, Shift: Day, 16hrs.

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the food service Manager/Supervisor the Food Service Aide will perform a variety of food service and dish room duties, as well other related tasks....

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the food service Manager/Supervisor the Food Service Aide will perform a variety of food service and dish room duties, as well other related tasks....

Dietary Aide

  • Dalton, MA (7 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dalton, MA (7 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Benefits for Dietary Aide: - Weekly Pay - Low Cost Medical Insurance - Vision - Dental - 401k - Referral Bonuses - Paid Vacation and Holidays Requirements for Dietary Aide: - Prior work experience with...

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the food service Manager/Supervisor the Food Service Aide will perform a variety of food service and dish room duties, as well other related tasks....

Clinical Dietetic Technician (DTR)

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 24 days ago

The Clinical Dietetic Technician Hospital/Acute Care provides nutrition services to patients under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN)....

Dietary Aide/Dishwasher

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 26 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required. Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis. Serve food in...

Dietary Aide- Part Time

  • Lenox, MA (6 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lenox, MA (6 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Description Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis. Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures. Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties Clean...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Pittsfield, MA

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Highest Education Level

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