Dietary Aide Jobs in Mississippi

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 Full Time

  • University, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • University, MS
  • 1 day ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift....

Dietary Aide

  • Pass Christian, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Pass Christian, MS
  • 1 day ago

**Major Responsibilities** + Work with the facility's Dietitian/Director of Dining Services as necessary and implement recommended changes as required. + Assist with meal preparation and checking trays...

Dietary Aide

  • Purvis, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Purvis, MS
  • 4 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

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 10 days ago

General Description Perform assigned work in preparing and serving food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils. Essential Duties Performs job duties safely as specified in the...

Dietary Aide - Evening Shift

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 16 days ago

Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center Dietary Aide - Evening Shift in Hattiesburg , Mississippi Position: Dietary Aide/Assistant Location: Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center Job Summary: Assists with all Dietary...

Dietary Aide/Food Service Aide - Per Diem

  • Jackson, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 16 days ago

Overview Select Specialty Hospital Critical Illness Recovery Hospital (Jackson, MS) Food Service Aide/ Dietary Aide Per Diem/ Part-time As a food service aide, you will perform a variety of services...

Dietary Aide

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 26 days ago

Dietary Aide DUTIES: Prepares patient trays according to instructions/orders. Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and dietary requirements....

Dietary Aide (Stockperson) - Part Time

  • Magee, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Magee, MS
  • 18 days ago

We are searching for a dietary staff to become a member of our team helping children live healthier, more productive lives. This is for a part time position. Perform routine tasks related to clean...

Dietary Aide 1st Shift 5AM to 1:30 PM

  • Magee, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Magee, MS
  • 18 days ago

This is a full time position that works 5:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. We are searching for an enthusiastic person to become a member of our team helping children live healthier, more productive lives....

Dietary Aide - 11:00 am - 7:30 pm $11.00

  • Magee, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Magee, MS
  • 25 days ago

Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen, dining or serving areas. Properly prepare, serve and store food in accordance with facility policies. Ensure compliance with...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location: Singing River Hospital - 2809 Denny Avenue, Pascagoula, MS 39581....

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Singing River Hospital - 2809 Denny Avenue, Pascagoula, MS 39581....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Mississippi

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Highest Education Level

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