Dietary Aide Jobs in Salem, VA

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

  • Salem, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 4 days ago

Friendship is looking for Part-Time Dietary Aides to join our Friendship Richfield Health Center team, located in Salem, VA....

Dietary Aide

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Title: Dietary Aide State Role Title: Dietary Aide Hiring Range: $34,933 Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept of Veterans Services Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov Recruitment...

Food Service Technician I

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Title: Food Service Technician I State Role Title: 79211 Hiring Range: $15/hour Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website: Recruitment Type: Job...

Wage Dietary Aide

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Title: Wage Dietary Aide State Role Title: Wage Dietary Aide Hiring Range: $16.79 Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept of Veterans Services Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov...

Dietary Aide

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

If you are a Food Server - Dietary Aide who enjoys ensuring healthy, nutritious meals are available to help our community with their healing and well-being then we want to hear from you!...

Dietary Aide/Wait Staff

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 29 days ago

Training, Development & Career Laddering Great work-life balance Flexible Scheduling Telehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account Options Job Title Dietary Aide/Wait Staff Facility Location The...

Dietary Aide Part-Time - Richfield

  • Salem, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Friendship is looking for Full-Time and Part-Time Dietary Aides to join our Friendship Richfield Health Center team, located on Richfield Lane in Salem, VA....

Nutrition Technician

  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Salem, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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