Dietary Aide Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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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Cook/Dietary Aide

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Tarantino Properties is a full-service real estate company specializing in income producing real estate. Founded in 1980, our company provides a full...

Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : WakeMed Raleigh - 3000 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27610....

Dietary Aide HCC

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 13 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for...

Dietary Aide

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ 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....

FT- Cook/Dietary Aide

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

This will include training to provide direct patient nutrition services such as: working with patients to plan daily menus, ascertaining specific information related to patient’s food allergies, preferences...

Dietary Aide - Hayes Barton Place - Assisted Living

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion Liberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced: DIETARY AIDE Full Time, Evenings Job Summary: Follows planned menu and receives meal orders from residents....

PT- Cook/Dietary Aide

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

This will include training to provide direct patient nutrition services such as: working with patients to plan daily menus, ascertaining specific information related to patient’s food allergies, preferences...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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Highest Education Level

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