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Edgemere

DIETARY ASSISTANT

Dallas, TX · On-site

$15.50/hr

DIETARY ASSISTANT FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled and experienced Dietary Assistant to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The ...

Bay 9 Holdings LLC

DIETARY ASSISTANT

Dallas, TX · On-site

$15.50/hr

DIETARY ASSISTANT FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled and experienced Dietary Assistant to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The ...

Bay 9 Holdings LLC

DIETARY ASSISTANT

Dallas, TX

$15.50/hr

DIETARY ASSISTANT FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled and experienced Dietary Assistant to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The ...

Lifespace Communities

Dietary Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$15 - $19.53/hr

Join our talented team of Dietary Assistants today! A few details about the role: * Distribute food in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual resident meals according to specified diet ...

Lifespace Communities

Dietary Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$15 - $19.53/hr

Join our talented team of Dietary Assistants today! A few details about the role: * Distribute food in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual resident meals according to specified diet ...

Oak Manor Inc

Dietary Assistant Cook

Schulenburg, TX · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

... PPE). * Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles. * Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or supply shortages to the Dietary ...

Oak Manor Inc

Dietary Assistant Cook

Schulenburg, TX

$14 - $15/hr

... PPE). * Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles. * Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or supply shortages to the Dietary ...

Oak Manor Inc

Dietary Assistant Cook

Schulenburg, TX · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

... PPE). * Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles. * Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or supply shortages to the Dietary ...

Cross Healthcare Services

Dietary Aide

Austin, TX

$10 - $13/hr

Position Summary A Dietary Aide, or Dietary Assistant, works to ensure patients staying in a healthcare facility maintain a healthy diet. A Dietary Aide's primary responsibilities include assisting ...

Lifespace Communities

Dietary Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.22 - $25.08/hr

Join our top-notch Culinary team as our new Dietary Assistant Lead today! A few details about the role: * Provide and maintain a high level of resident and guest engagement. * Oversee the ...

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What is a dietetics assistant?

Dietetics Assistants are healthcare workers who support dietitians in planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals to patients or clients in hospitals, care facilities, or community settings. They help with menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring that meals meet dietary requirements prescribed by dietitians. Additionally, they may assist in monitoring patients' food intake, keeping records, and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards. Their work is essential in helping people manage health conditions through proper nutrition.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a dietetics assistant in a healthcare setting?

Dietetics Assistants generally support dietitians by preparing meal trays according to specific dietary requirements, collecting patient food preferences, and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met. They often interact with patients to relay nutrition information and feedback, assist in maintaining accurate dietary records, and help with inventory management in the kitchen or dietary department. Collaboration with dietitians, nursing staff, and kitchen teams is an integral part of the role, ensuring patients receive meals that align with their medical and nutritional needs.

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

To thrive as a Dietetics Assistant, you need a solid understanding of nutrition principles, food safety, and basic food preparation, often supported by a certificate or associate degree in nutrition or dietetics. Familiarity with dietary management software, food service equipment, and knowledge of regulatory standards such as HACCP is typical. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills help you interact effectively with both patients and healthcare staff. These competencies ensure accurate meal preparation, adherence to dietary plans, and contribute to the overall health and satisfaction of those receiving care.

What is the difference between Dietetics Assistant vs Nutrition Aide?

AspectDietetics AssistantNutrition Aide
CredentialsMay require certification or training in dietetics supportTypically no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, community health programs, food service settings
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare institutions, dietetic departmentsHealthcare and food service sectors
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist dietitians, prepare meals, maintain recordsAssist with meal service, basic food prep, client support

In summary, Dietetics Assistants typically have more specialized training and work closely with dietitians in healthcare settings, while Nutrition Aides focus on supporting meal services and basic food prep with less formal credentials. Both roles are essential in healthcare and food service environments but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Dietetics jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Dietetics jobs in Texas are:

What cities in Texas are hiring for Dietetics Assistant jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Dietetics Assistant job openings:

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Infographic showing various Dietetics Assistant job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

DIETARY ASSISTANT

Edgemere

Dallas, TX • On-site

$15.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve therapeutic diet meals to residents according to dietary guidelines and specific diet orders.

  • Set up tables, bus tables after meals, and initiate resident tray service to ensure proper meal delivery.

  • Organize and stock food service stations, maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area, and ensure quality and temperature of food items.

Job description

Job Type
Part-time
Description
POSITION: DIETARY ASSISTANT
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
Job Summary:
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Dietary Assistant to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The Dietary Assistant is responsible for preparing and serving therapeutic diet meals to health center residents. The Dietary Assistant is also responsible for tray set-up and serving regular meals, preparing snack items and food requests for special events.
Compensation & Benefits: We are hiring for a part-time and/or full-time, hourly position with a salary of $15.50+ per hour. In addition, Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, generous PTO and holiday vacation time, and 401K.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
  • Deliver and maintain a high level of customer service for the residents and guests.
  • Distribute food in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual resident meals according to specified diet orders and approved substitute menu items.
  • Prepare table set-up in room and bus tables after meals.
  • Initiate resident tray service. Ensure quality and temperature of food items. Deliver and retrieve trays by end of meal dining time.
  • Organize and stock stations with supplies.
  • Enhance workstation safety and sanitary conditions which may include, but not limited to, picking up food and trash around the work area, cleaning tables, chairs, and other food service equipment and utensils.
  • Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.

Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • No educational requirement. Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic, understand measurements, and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic, understand measurements, and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Food Handler certification obtained within 60 days of hire as required by state guidelines, if state certification program exists.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Solid communication skills, attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate resident needs.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors, and team members.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: The daily responsibilities of this position constantly require effective talking, hearing, walking, standing and repetitive motion. This position often involves light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Must have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned. The functions of this position are conducted in a temperature-controlled environment and not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions and may routinely be exposed to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, cleaning chemicals, dust, odors, and a variety of different pets.
INTELLECTUAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The occupant of this position must be able to perform the responsibilities of the position well under pressure. The position requires adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. This position requires the ability to deal with and find resolution to problems and maintain a productive working relationship with team members and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of others. It also requires adaptability to fluctuate between priorities on a daily basis while being responsive to needs as they arise.
OSHA Category Classification:
Category III: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, although situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere, might encounter potential exposure to body fluids.

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