Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in California

A Nutrition Services Aide plays an essential role in the nutrition industry by providing support in aspects of dietary planning and food service management. They are mainly responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining dietary records, providing patient education on nutritional requirements, and maintaining sanitation standards in food preparation areas. They are also involved in coordinating dietary needs with doctors and dietitians, ensuring that patients or clients receive appropriate meals based on their health conditions or dietary restrictions. These professionals work in various settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other institutions that provide food services.

To be a Nutrition Services Aide, one needs to have a high school diploma or equivalent, and some positions may require a certification in food handling or nutrition services. They should have excellent organizational and multitasking skills, knowledge of dietary practices, and proficiency in using kitchen equipment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are also crucial as they often interact with patients, clients, and healthcare providers. Prior to becoming a Nutrition Services Aide, a person may have roles as a kitchen assistant, food service worker, or dietary aide, which would provide them with necessary experience in food handling and preparation, basic nutrition, and dietary services.

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Food Service Worker (MC,PT)

  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Loma Linda, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Id : 8606, Title : Food Service Worker (MC,PT), Category : F22_Nutritional/Dietary, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...144, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Nutrition Assistant II

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Collaborate with registered dietitians: Assist with data entry, meal planning, and other tasks as assigned. Maintain a clean and organized work environment....

Food Service Worker IV, FT Variable Days/Eves

  • Downey, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Downey, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Familiar with modified diets. Performs a variety of cleaning tasks including detail cleaning. May be asked to do other tasks associated with food service as the need arises....

Nutrition Assistant I at Carmel High School

  • Carmel, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Carmel, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Welcome to Carmel Unified School District! This district's success is due, in large part, to a talented staff that is committed to ensuring that every aspect of our organization contributes to...

MarinHealth Medical Center Compensation Range: $26.33 - $33.92 Work Shift: 8 Hour (days) (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Description Summary: To prepare and serve appetizing, nutritional...

Nutrition Assistant Per Diem, Varied Days

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago

Nutrition education preferred. EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital setting or equivalent. Clerical experience preferred....

Food Service Worker I

  • Hanford, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanford, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provide nutrition information and recipes to parents upon request....

This job reports to Child Nutrition Supervisor or Child Nutrition Specialist....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Performs prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables. + Weighs and measures designated ingredients. + Carries pans, kettles...

Food Service Worker - Dietary - Casual/Evenings - Req#2047141639

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 2 days ago

Delivers and serves food products required for food and nutritional services operations at varied locations on campus with carts or delivery vehicles....

Nutrition Assistant

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals...

Nutrition Assistant I

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Marian Regional Medical Center a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria California is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best...

Nutrition Assistant 1

  • Rocklin, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an...

FT Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Sylmar, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range Starting Pay Rate: $17.27/hourly Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and...

Substitute Child Nutrition Assistant 1

  • Fremont, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Substitute Child Nutrition Assistant I View Job Description Completed application....

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Salary for Nutrition Services Aide Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Nutrition Services Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Nutrition Services Aides in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.4%
High School or GED
17.7%
Master's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nutrition Services Aides in California
1-2 years
40.0%
Less than 1 year
30.0%
2-4 years
23.3%
4-6 years
6.7%



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