Dietary Technician Jobs

A Dietary Technician plays a crucial role in the nutrition industry by working in tandem with dietitians to plan, implement, and oversee nutritional programs and diets for individuals in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. They evaluate the dietary needs of patients, monitor their food and fluid intake, counsel on nutritional health and dietary habits, and ensure the safety and sanitary preparation of meals. They also manage food service operations and play a pivotal role in educating patients and their families about appropriate diets for their health conditions.

Dietary Technicians should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They should have an in-depth understanding of nutrition and dietetics, and the ability to translate this knowledge into practical diet plans. They should also have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and families. In terms of qualifications, a Dietary Technician is required to have an associate's degree in dietetic technology, nutrition, or a related field, and many employers prefer candidates who are certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Prior to becoming a Dietary Technician, a person may work as a Dietetic Clerk, Nutrition Assistant, or a Food Service Worker.

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Dietary Aide

  • Walnut Cove, NC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Walnut Cove, NC
  • 13 hours ago

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. At HCSG, we are passionate...

Diet Aide I

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Overview Now hiring Diet Aide I-Food Service. Offering a $1,000.00 sign-on Oversees the patient tray delivery system and feeding which includes meals, floor stock, nourishment, and the monitoring...

Diet Aide I & II

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Record patient preference for meal preparation. Instruct production as to the specific item and quantity of each food item to prepare....

Diet Aide II

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 22 days ago

Record patient preference for meal preparation. Instruct production as to the specific item and quantity of each food item to prepare....

Diet Aide/Healthcare Server - Per Diem

  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago

RiverWoods is currently looking for a Per Diem Healthcare Server/ Diet Aid to come and join our team! As a server, you will provide a high level of customer service to our residents in a friendly,...

Dietary Aide- PT Evenings

  • Hendricks, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendricks, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Hendricks, MN Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Afternoon Shift (United States of America) Hendricks Community Hospital Association is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!...

Per Diem Diet Aide/ Healthcare Server

  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago

RiverWoods is currently looking for a Per Diem Healthcare Server/ Diet Aide to come and join our team! As a server, you will provide a high level of customer service to our residents in a...

Diet Tech

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Per Diem Position The Nutrition Services Clerk is responsible for essential clerical duties associated with the nutritional care and food service to patients....

Dietary Aide

  • Staten Island, NY
  • moments ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • moments ago

Overview Dietary Aide Location:New Broadview Manor, Staten Island Schedule: Monday 6am-2:30pm Tuesday 10am-6pm Wednesday 10am-6pm Thursday 10am-6pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday Sunday- off Hourly...

Dietary Aide

  • Lenoir, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lenoir, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Dietary Aide PeopleReady of Hickory, NC is now hiring Dietary Aides in Lenoir, NC! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: Connections...

FT / PT Server / Dietary Aide

  • Prior Lake, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Prior Lake, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities The Server / Dietary Aide is responsible for creating a high quality dining experience for customers by assisting with meal preparation, dining room preparation, and meal service consistent...

Lead Dietary Aide - Food & Nutrition LIFE

  • Vineland, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

MAJOR FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Center Manager, the Lead Dietary Aide will oversee the daily food production and meal service in the INSPIRA LIFE Day center. The Lead Dietary Aide...

Dietary Aide Casual AgeCare Riverview-1

  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 9 hours ago
  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 9 hours ago

About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents'...

Dietary Aide

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description At Extendicare, we believe that working as a tea m and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary...

Diet Aide/Cafe Service Associate

  • Weymouth, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Weymouth, MA
  • 9 hours ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-19292 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians 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 Technicians
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%