Dietary Aide Jobs in Nebraska

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

  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • South Sioux City, NE
  • 1 day ago

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 - Westgate Assisted Living

  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago

Dietary Aide - Westgate Assisted Living 3030 S 80th St, Omaha, NE 68124, USA Req #2567 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Dietary Aide - Westgate Assisted Living Other details Pay Type Hourly Apply Now Share this...

Dietary Aide - Westgate Assited Living

  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 4 days ago

Dietary Aide - Westgate Assited Living 5710 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 68137, USA Req #2568 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Dietary Aide - Westgate Assited Living Dietary Aide Responsible for providing efficient,...

Dietary Aide - Part-time Days!

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

As a Dietary Aide at Maple Crest, you will help create a high-quality dining experience for residents and visitors by assisting with meal preparation, dining room set-up and service, delivering trays...

Dietary Aide - Kinship Pointe at Wayne

  • Wayne, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Wayne, NE
  • 11 days ago

Dietary Aide - Kinship Pointe at Wayne Wayne, NE 68787, USA Req #2564 Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Dietary Aide- Kinship Pointe at Wayne Dietary Aide Multiple PRN positions available, morning and evening...

Dietary Aide - Full Time (FT) Day Shift - Full-Time 1st Shift

  • Fremont, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 14 days ago

Nye Health Services, a family-owned company that has been recognized nationally for our care, service, and culture, is seeking a full-time day dietary aide for our Nye Square campus located in Fremont...

Dietary Aide

  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago

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

Dietary Aide Part-Time

  • Orchard, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orchard, NE
  • 30+ days ago

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

Cook/Dietary Aide - Part-time - Part-Time 1st/2nd Shift

  • Fremont, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Cook/Dietary Aide to join our team!...

Dietary Aide

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 29 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 29 days ago

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

Nutrition Services Worker

  • North Platte, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary The Nutrition Service Worker is responsible for the completion of tray line, cafeteria and dish washing functions....

Dietetic Assistant

  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary The Dietetic Assistant is responsible for obtaining patient meal and nourishment selections in accordance with diet orders and nutrition interventions....

Dietary Aide - Kinship Pointe Northridge

  • Kearney, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Dietary Aide - Kinship Pointe Northridge Kinship Pointe Northridge, 5410 17th Ave, Kearney, Nebraska, United States of America Req #2540 Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Dietary Aide Responsible for providing...

Dietary Aide/Server - Kinship Pointe at McCook

  • McCook, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • McCook, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Dietary Aide/Server - Kinship Pointe at McCook McCook, NE 69001, USA Req #2528 Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Dietary Aide Responsible for providing efficient, courteous, and professional service to residents...

Dietary Aide

  • McCook, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • McCook, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Dietary Aide Dietary McCook, NE Non-clinical FT 80 hrs/pp, Evenings, 10:30-7:00 Posted 12/24/2024 Req # 1678 Dietary Aide: Full-time position working typically 10:30am-7pm, plus every other weekend....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Nebraska

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Highest Education Level

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