Dietary Aide Jobs in Missouri

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

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago

Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring for a Dietary Aide to be responsible for creating an exceptional dining experience for all residents and guests....

Dietary Technician - Mid-County YMCA

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago

The Gateway Region YMCA is one of the leading nonprofit charitable organizations in the St. Louis metropolitan region, with a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving...

Dietary Aide

  • Sikeston, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Sikeston, MO
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: are looking for a dedicated Dietary Services Aide to join our teamand assist in preparing and serving food to residents, family...

Dietary Technician - Mid-County YMCA

  • Brentwood, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, MO
  • 2 days ago

Minimum 2 years food preparation, menu development and kitchen knowledge Must have knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements of large groups of children Must have budgetary, online ordering and...

Dietary Aide/Cook

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: The Cook handles and stores raw materials, cooked food and non-food supplies, properly. orders, restocks, and maintains inventories for kitchen supplies and equipment. Prepare...

KC- Evening Dietary Aide Full-Time

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

KC- Evening Dietary Aide Full-Time Location: Kansas City, MO Job Id: 457-1201 # of Openings: 1 Reports to: Executive Chef....

Dietary Aide

  • Sullivan, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Sullivan, MO
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a qualified Dietary Aide to add to our team of professionals....

Dietary Assistant South eats

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 7 days ago

Southeast. Always the right career direction. Job Description Summary May prepare and portion needed salads, gelatins and cold foods in forms and quantities to meet assigned food service...

Dietary Aide

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 8 days ago

Dietary Aide Jefferson City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is currently looking for a hard-working full-time Dietary Aide to assist our cooks during meal times....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 9 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location: Christian Hospital - 11133 Dunn Road, Saint Louis, MO 63136....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Part Time)

  • Moberly, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Moberly, MO
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE position. Location : CHS Moberly Regional - 1515 Union Avenue, Moberly, MO 65270....

Dietary Aide

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 10 days ago

Bridgewood Healthcare Center is a long-term care facility and has immediate openings for a Dietary Aide....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Kirksville, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Kirksville, MO
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE position. Location : CHS - Northeast Regional Medical Center - 315 South Osteoopathy, Kirksville, MO 63501....

Nutrition Care Assistant

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 days ago

Submit your application for our Nutrition Care Assistant opening with Research Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team....

Dietary Aide

  • Joplin, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 16 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: March 25, 2025 Department: 16000784 Food Services Mercy Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: Variable shift length Hours Per...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Missouri

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Highest Education Level

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