Dietary Technician Jobs in Kansas

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

  • Concordia, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Concordia, KS
  • 5 days 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...

Dietary Aide. Job in Concordia Gr8Jobs

  • Concordia, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Concordia, KS
  • 2 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...

Dietary Aide. Job in Belleville Gr8Jobs

  • Belleville, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Belleville, KS
  • 2 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...

Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server - Full Time

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Westchester Village of Lenexa - Lenexa, KS Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Food Services Description Westchester Village is an...

Culinary/Dietary Aide - Server - Part Time

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Colonial Village - Overland Park, KS Position Type : Part time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Food Services Description Colonial Village is an innovative,...

Dietary Aide

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

Dietary Aide | Antioch Valley Senior Living | Tutera Senior Living 12700 Antioch Rd. Overland Park, KS 66213 Are you a Dietary Aide seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further!...

Nutrition Service Worker

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago

Submit your application for our Nutrition Service - Tray Runner opening with Overland Park Regional Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team....

Dietary Aide

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 5 days ago

The Dietary Aide assists in the kitchen area prior to, during and after meals are served. Assists in maintaining kitchen work areas; keeping equipment, utensils and food plates clean and orderly....

Dietary Aide/ Server Full-time Weekends

  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago

Now Hiring! Full-time Dietary Aide/Server Friday-Monday. 6:00am-2:30pm Regent Park Rehabilitation & Healthcare is one of Wichita's finest Skilled Nursing and Long-term Care Facilities. Regent Park...

Dietary Aide - - 1st Shift

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 8 days ago

Pioneer Ridge Health & Rehab is searching for reliable individuals to serve meals to our residents. Responsibilities include food prep, serving plates and beverages, bussing, dishwashing, and...

Dietary Aide

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 8 days ago

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are...

Dietetic Technician

  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 10 days ago

Participate in outpatient nutrition education activities to include health fairs, weight support groups, basic individual nutrition follow-up visits, and basic nutrition classes....

Dietary Aide

  • Sedan, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Sedan, KS
  • 10 days ago

Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors? Who We Are At Americare, we make a difference in the everyday lives of others, and we are proud of the work we...

Dietetic Technician

  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 11 days ago

the implementation or evaluation of nutrition care plans to provide nutrition support to patients....

Dietary Aide

  • Pratt, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Pratt, KS
  • 12 days ago

SAY NO TO BORING FAST-FOOD JOBS AND YES TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE MUTUAL RESPECT, TEAM SPIRIT AND HARD WORK ARE RECOGNIZED AND REWARED.McPherson Health and Rehab in McPherson,...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

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