Dietary Aide Jobs in Spokane, WA

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

  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Spokane Valley, US-WA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Dietary Aide Reports to: Dining Services Manager Full Wage Range: $16.28-$20.00 Full job description: General Purpose The dietary...

Dietary Aide

  • Spokane, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 11 days ago

Avalon Care Center Northpointe in Spokane is seeking a dependable, enthusiastic, and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our outstanding team! $18.00/hr Come join our team!...

Wellness Coach - North

  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago

OUR CULTURE: At the Y, you can channel your passion into a lifelong career helping to deliver positive change. Every day, our staff – of all ages and from all walks of life – work to bridge the...

Dietary Aide

  • Post Falls, ID (23 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Post Falls, ID (23 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 17 days ago

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

Dietary Technician

  • Spokane, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 17 days ago

The DT's role includes assigning nutrition risk levels for patients, nutritional interventions for patients at low nutrition risk, and monitoring patient menus for adherence to established standards...

Wellness Coach - Valley Branch

  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 17 days ago

OUR CULTURE: At the Y, you can channel your passion into a lifelong career helping to deliver positive change. Every day, our staff - of all ages and from all walks of life - work to bridge the...

Dietary Aide

  • Spokane, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 18 days ago

Spokane Falls Care in Spokane, WA is now hiring a full-time Dietary Aide! Come join our amazing team! Pay Range: $16.28-$18 DOE Who we are: Spokane Falls Care is part of the Caldera Care family....

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Spokane, WA

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Highest Education Level

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