Dietary Aide Jobs in Washington

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

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Role: Dietary Aide 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

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Vancouver, US-WA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Dietary Aide General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift....

Dietetic Technician

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will ensure MultiCare patients, families and visitors have the best possible nutritional health care experiences....

Dietetic Technician - Float

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you will ensure MultiCare patients, families and visitors have the best possible nutritional health care experiences....

Full time Dietary Aide 6.30-2.30pm Thursday-Monday

  • Everett, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : EVERETT, WA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $19.50 - $19.50 Hourly Job Shift : Day Description Dietary Aide Bethany of the Northwest...

Dietary Aide

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 3 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

  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a D ISHWASHER/DIETARY AIDE to come join a fast paced work environment....

Nutritional Services Aide

  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 5 days ago

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, has just opened a new rehabilitation hospital in Lynnwood, Washington, Providence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital, Lynnwood. This...

Dietary Aide - Server - Assisted Living

  • Longview, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Longview, WA
  • 5 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Dietary Aide - Server assists with food preparation, food service, and general duties of the dietary department....

Dietary Aide

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 10 days ago

Avalon Care Center Federal Way is seeking a dependable, enthusiastic, and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our outstanding team! $18.00 - $19.00/hr On Call shifts available Come join our team!...

Wellness Coach - North

  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 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

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA
  • 11 days ago

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

Dietary Aide

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Dietary Aide Compensation $22.09 per hour Job Type : Part Time DESCRIPTION $22.09 per hour | Discounted Staff Meals!...

Dietary Technician

  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 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
  • 16 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 16 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...

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

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