Dietary Aide Jobs in Michigan

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 Nutritional Services Aide/AM Dishwasher

  • Newberry, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Newberry, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Position: Dietary Nutritional Services Aide/AM Dishwasher Job Status: Full Time; 7:00am - 3:30pm Benefits: + Medical/Dental/Vision (Multiple Plans Available) + Retirement + Life Insurance + Short Term...

Dietary Aide - Part Time

  • Cadillac, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Cadillac, MI
  • 1 day ago

Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

Dietary Aide

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide (WellBridge of Rochester Hills) Join our WellBridge of Rochester Hills team!...

Dietary Aide

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide Job Description Overview: Prepares and serves palatable, nourishing, well-balanced diets to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each Resident....

Dietary Aide - Join our EPIC Team!

  • Clarkston, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarkston, MI
  • 3 days ago

Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

Dietary Aide

  • Troy, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 4 days ago

Dietary Aide Position Summary: Meal Plating, Kitchen Clean up. Additional Responsibilities May Include: Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for our residents....

Dietary Aide - Part-time lunch and dinner

  • Chelsea, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Chelsea, MI
  • 5 days ago

As a Dietary Aide at our senior living community, you’ll do just that!...

Dietary Aide

  • East Lansing, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 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

  • Holland, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 10 days ago

Nutrition Services / Dietary Aide - Full-Time (day shift) and Part-Time Available GENERAL SUMMARY: The Server Person is responsible for table service in the Community dining rooms....

Dietary Aide Full Time

  • Byron Center, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 12 days ago

More information about Southridge can be found online, including a live construction camera at: Position Description: The Dietary Aide, under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Services Manager...

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Mayville, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Mayville, MI
  • 12 days ago

Our Dietary Aides strive to provide the best culinary experience and ensure satisfaction is a top priority....

Dietary Aide

  • Galesburg, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Galesburg, MI
  • 15 days ago

As a dietary aide, you will assist in food preparation and presentation to our guests - a great part of their day!...

Dietary Aide

  • Carson City, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Carson City, MI
  • 15 days ago

As a dietary aide, you will assist in food preparation and presentation to our guests - a great part of their day!...

Dietary Aide Contingent Rotate

  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has...

Dietary Aide- 2nd shift

  • Holland, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 16 days ago

Dietary Aide Part time, 4pm to 7:30pm, rotating weekends! Come work at Resthaven!...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

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