Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

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

  • Floresville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Floresville, TX
  • 6 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

  • Mercedes, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mercedes, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Our culinary teams are passionate about not just delicious recipes and nutrition but serving food that meets the needs of each individual....

PRN Dietary Aide

  • Portland, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Portland, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Our culinary teams are passionate about not just delicious recipes and nutrition but serving food that meets the needs of each individual....

Dietary Aide/Dishwasher PRN

  • Frisco, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations....

Dietary Aide / Cook - PRN

  • Greenville, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Greenville, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Back Dietary Aide / Cook - PRN GREENVILLE, Texas Behavioral Health, Support Staff Varied 295071 Glen Oaks Hospital mail_outline Get future jobs matching this search Login orRegister Job...

Dietary Aide (71181)

  • McAllen, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • McAllen, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Job Details Job Location: Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of McAllen - McAllen, TX Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary...

Server/Dietary Aide

  • Double Oak, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Double Oak, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Description Tarantino Properties is a full-service real estate company specializing in income producing real estate. Founded in 1980, our company provides a full complement of property management,...

Dietary Aide

  • Missouri City, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Missouri City, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Paradigm at First Colony - Missouri City, TX Position Type : Per Diem Salary Range : Undisclosed Description We are a skilled nursing facility seeking a dedicated...

Dietary Aide

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 1 day ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Wichita County $20k - $25k Per Year Dietary Aide Acadia Healthcare Inc RED RIVER HOSPITAL LLC Occupation: Food Servers, Nonrestaurant Location: Wichita...

Dietary Aide

  • Nacogdoches, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Nacogdoches, TX
  • 1 day ago

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Dietary Aide Part-time

  • Tyler, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Tyler, TX
  • 1 day ago

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Dietary Aide - FT

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she is reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor.Essential Duties Must be able to...

Dietary Aide

  • Giddings, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Giddings, TX
  • 2 days ago

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Dietary Technician

  • Pflugerville, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Pflugerville, TX
  • 2 days ago

Do you want to work as a(an) Dietary Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued?...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

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