Dietary Aide Jobs in Lorain, OH

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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Dietetic Technician

  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Technician Registered (DTR). + 1 years' experience in food and nutrition sciences, medical terminology, food-service systems management and nutritional and management counseling....

Dietary Assistant

  • Avon, OH (7 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Avon, OH (7 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Be a part of the Saint Therese - St. Mary of the Woods Community! We are looking for a Part-time/Full-time Dietary Assistants to work in our 5-star healthcare facility. The Dietary Assistant is...

Dietary Aide

  • Lorain, OH
  • 25 days ago
  • Lorain, OH
  • 25 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....

Diet Tech - (Part-time or PRN)

  • Lorain, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lorain, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications: Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association, licensed Dietitian with the Ohio or Indiana Board of Dietetics, and maintenance of continuing education requirements for...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide)

  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

We have openings for part & full-time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATES (DIETARY AIDE) positions. Location : Cleveland Clinic- 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195....

Supervisor, Patient Dining (Dietary Aide)

  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We have several openings for a full-time SUPERVISOR, PATIENT DINING (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location: Cleveland Clinic - 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44195....

Supervisor, Patient Dining (Dietary Aide)

  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

We have several openings for a full-time SUPERVISOR, PATIENT DINING (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location : Cleveland Clinic - 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44195....

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide)

  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (24 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We have openings for part & full-time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATES (DIETARY AIDE) positions....

Dietary Aide, Part Time

  • Berea, OH (16 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Berea, OH (16 miles from Lorain, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

CommuniCare is now hiring Part Time Dietary Aides for Berea Alzheimer's Care Center located in Berea, OH....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Lorain, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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