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Corewell Health

Dietary Helper II

Wayne, MI · On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Full time, Rotating, and Every other weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service.

Corewell Health

Dietary Helper II

Taylor, MI · On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Spectrum Health

Dietary Helper II

Trenton, MI · On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Spectrum Health

Dietary Helper II

Taylor, MI · On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Spectrum Health

Dietary Helper II

Taylor, MI · On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Spectrum Health

Dietary Helper II

Taylor, MI

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Spectrum Health

Dietary Helper II

Wayne, MI

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Shift and status Part time, Rotating, and Every weekend. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua, HI · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency at Hualalai

Dietary Aide

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Server/Dietary Helper/Dishwasher Work Life Balance - Dining Services open 7AM to 7PM As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and ...

Regency Newcastle

Dietary Aide

Newcastle, WA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and fill requests. You will also bus tables, change table linens, and reset tables ...

Regency Village at Bend

Dietary Aide

Bend, OR · On-site

$19/hr

As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and fill requests. You will also bus tables, change table linens, and reset tables ...

Regency Village at Bend

Dietary Aide

Bend, OR · On-site

$19/hr

As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and fill requests. You will also bus tables, change table linens, and reset tables ...

Regency Newcastle

Dietary Aide

Newcastle, WA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Server/Dietary Helper, you will prepare and deliver food to residents, confirm their meal satisfaction, and fill requests. You will also bus tables, change table linens, and reset tables ...

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How much do dietary helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for dietary helper in the United States is $15.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dietary Helper vs Dietary Aide?

AspectDietary HelperDietary Aide
CertificationsBasic food safety, sanitationBasic food safety, sanitation
Work EnvironmentHospitals, nursing homes, assisted livingHospitals, nursing homes, assisted living
Employer UsageCommonly used in healthcare settingsCommonly used in healthcare settings
Search IntentCompare with Dietary AideCompare with Dietary Helper

Both Dietary Helper and Dietary Aide roles involve assisting with meal preparation and serving in healthcare facilities. They typically require similar certifications and work environments. The main difference lies in job titles used by employers, but their responsibilities are often comparable, making them interchangeable in many settings.

What are Dietary Helpers?

Dietary Helpers, also known as dietary aides or food service workers, are professionals who assist in the preparation, serving, and delivery of meals in settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and cafeterias. They help ensure that patients or residents receive meals that meet their specific dietary needs and health requirements. Their duties often include setting up meal trays, cleaning kitchen areas, and following proper sanitation procedures. Dietary Helpers play a vital role in supporting the nutritional well-being of those they serve.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dietary Helper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dietary Helper, you need basic knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and sanitation practices, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and inventory management systems is often required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring safe meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting overall dietary services in healthcare or institutional settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Dietary Helpers in a healthcare setting?

Dietary Helpers in healthcare facilities often face challenges such as managing time effectively during meal preparation and delivery, adhering to strict dietary and sanitation guidelines, and responding to the varied dietary needs of patients. Working closely with dietitians, nurses, and kitchen staff requires clear communication and adaptability, especially during busy meal times or when patient needs change unexpectedly. Maintaining a positive attitude while performing repetitive tasks and standing for long periods is also important for success in this role.
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Dietary Helper II

Dietary Helper II

Corewell Health

Wayne, MI • On-site

$16.26 - $19.93/hr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

Corewell Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 765 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

449th of 885 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Shift and status
Full time, Rotating, and Every other weekend.
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient and retail meal service. Setup and stocking of workstation. Food preparation, assembly and service of patient and retail meals. Attention to special requirements for modified and restricted diets for patient meals. Delivery of patient trays and supplies to patient care areas. Retrieval of trays and return to kitchen. Cleaning and sanitation of work area, equipment, dishes and utensils, pots and pans. Use of commercial kitchen equipment. Knowledge and application of safe food handling practices. Maintain safety and sanitation standards of the work area. Communicate effectively. Provide excellent patient and family centered care and service.
Essential Functions
  • Sets up and stocks workstation for patient or retail meal service.
  • Prepares and assembles menu items as assigned.
  • Ensures high quality food products by monitoring ingredients and finished product to meet established quality standards prior to service for patients or retail customers.
  • Assembles patient trays accurately with appropriate portioning and presentation of menu items. Ensures compliance to modified and restricted diets for patients.
  • Assembles products and serves retail customers with appropriate portioning and presentation of menu items.
  • Performs cash functions in retail areas according to required procedures.
  • Transports food carts within department, and patient care areas or other locations as assigned. Assembles and delivers floor stock.
  • Passes trays to patients using two patient identifiers and following established scripting and sanitation procedures.
  • Retrieves soiled patient trays from patients following established scripting and sanitation procedures. Returns soiled trays to the kitchen.
  • Performs dish room responsibilities. Breaks down soiled patient trays. Washes, sanitizes, and properly stores dishes and utensils, pots and pans. Operates dish machine.
  • Identifies and communicates opportunities for waste reduction, service improvements, and revenue enhancement.
  • Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes equipment and work area according to established standards for safety and sanitation. Collects and disposes of trash in work area.
  • Applies principles of safe food handling during storage, assembly, production, and service. Records food and equipment temperatures as required. Properly labels and dates products. Monitors expiration dates and disposes of outdated product.
  • Communicates effectively within department and with all hospital departments, patients, and staff.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Range of Pay
  • Between $16.26 and $19.93, based on experience.

Qualifications
Required
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper lifting techniques and safety precautions.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper use and storage of potentially hazardous cleaning products.
  • Strong customer service focus.
  • Must be able to prioritize and multi-task and stay focused in a busy environment.

Preferred
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Food service experience.

About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Wayne Hospital - 33155 Annapolis - Wayne
Department Name
Nutrition - Wayne Hosp
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
Rotating
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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