Dietary Technician Jobs in Virginia

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

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

Assists cooking staff in meal preparations to include mixing, ingredient measuring, cutting, stirring, Assists with unloading and stocking of storage areas and coolers/freezers during truck food deliveries...

Diet Aide- Part Time

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our team as a Diet Aide and play a vital role in assisting with meal distribution to our patients. As a Diet Aide, you'll have...

Advise athletes on sport specific nutrition strategies to optimize performance and recovery....

Food & Nutrition Aide

  • Lexington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 2 days ago

The Food & Nutrition Aide assists in all Food & Nutrition functions including food preparation, the serving of meals and are involved in the clean-up of the kitchen and serving areas....

Dietary Aide

  • Brookneal, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookneal, VA
  • 2 days ago

Food & Nutrition Aide Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Prior food service experience Prior healthcare experience Ability to understand both written and verbal instructions Knowledge...

Dietary Aide

  • Salem, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide 3719 Knollridge Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA Req #1594 Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and...

Dietary Aide

  • Lexington, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 2 days ago

Overview 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. At HCSG, we are passionate...

Dietary Aide

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago

Title: Dietary Aide State Role Title: Dietary Aide Hiring Range: $34,933 Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept of Veterans Services Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov...

Diet Technician

  • Ashland, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashland, VA
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Works under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian in providing nutrition care for patients/residents in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines...

Dietary Aide

  • Berryville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Berryville, VA
  • 4 days ago

At our community, our number one priority is our Residents. We offer an unparalleled quality of life at all levels of retirement. We welcome you to join our team and find your place here as we...

Dietary Aide - PT

  • Lake Ridge, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Ridge, VA
  • 4 days ago

Produces all the food for the residents for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks between meals as required to meet their nutritional needs....

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full And Part Time)

  • Manassas, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 9 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....

Food Service Technician I

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago

Title: Food Service Technician I State Role Title: 79211 Hiring Range: $15/hour Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website: Recruitment Type: Job...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full And Part Time)

  • Manassas, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 10 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....

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 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 Virginia

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Highest Education Level

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