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VISTA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

PRN Dietary Aide

La Mirada, CA

$23 - $26.63/hr

DIETARY AIDE Vista Specialty Hospital Dietary Aide Job Summary: Assists with preparation and service of food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for patients, employees and special ...

ASA

Hospital Dietary Supervisor

Stony Brook, NY · On-site

$69K/yr

Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations about hospital food service * Knowledge of A la Carte/Room Service food operations * Proficiency with Windows computers and software ...

ASA

Hospital Dietary Supervisor

Stony Brook, NY · On-site

Patient Services Supervisor Patient Services Supervisors at Stony Brook University Hospital are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day supervision of the patient services operations. Essential ...

ClearSky Health

Hospital Dietary Aide - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$11.75 - $14.75/hr

Dietary Aide Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to ...

Columbia County Public Hospital

Dietary Aide

Dayton, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $19.89/hr

Dayton General Hospital - Dietary Department; Dayton, WA Schedule: Full-Time |10:30am - 7:00pm Compensation: $17.13 - $19.89 per hour 32-40 hours per week | 10:30am - 7pm | 4 to 5-Days a week ...

ClearSky Health

Hospital Dietary Aide - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$11.50 - $14.50/hr

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling ... The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff, and assists in ...

Jamaica Hospital

Dietary Aide

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$24.29 - $26.47/hr

Dietary Aide - Part-Time Evening Shift | Food Services Location: Jamaica, NY Department: Food ... Deliver and collect meal trays throughout the hospital * Maintain cleanliness and organization in ...

ClearSky Health

Hospital Dietary Aide - PRN

Weatherford, TX · On-site

$11.50 - $14.50/hr

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling ... The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff, and assists in ...

CCHS Connect

Dietary Aide

Dayton, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $19.89/hr

Dayton General Hospital - Dietary Department; Dayton, WA Schedule: Full-Time |10:30am - 7:00pm Compensation: $17.13 - $19.89 per hour 32-40 hours per week | 10:30am - 7pm | 4 to 5-Days a week ...

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How much do hospital dietary jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital dietary in the United States is $24.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital dietary worker?

Hospital dietary workers, also known as dietary aides or food service workers, are responsible for preparing, delivering, and serving meals to patients, staff, and visitors in a healthcare setting. They ensure that meals meet specific nutritional requirements based on patients’ medical needs and dietary restrictions. Their duties may also include cleaning kitchen equipment, stocking supplies, and maintaining food safety standards. Dietary workers play a crucial role in patient care by supporting proper nutrition and contributing to the overall health and recovery of patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital dietary worker?

To thrive as a Hospital Dietary Worker, you need knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and sanitation, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Familiarity with dietary software, meal tracking systems, and commercial kitchen equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help you adapt to patient needs and collaborate with healthcare staff. These skills ensure that patients receive safe, nutritious meals tailored to their medical requirements, which supports recovery and overall hospital care.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital dietary staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Hospital dietary staff often face challenges such as accommodating diverse patient dietary needs, managing high volumes of meal orders, and adhering to strict health and safety standards. Effective communication with medical teams and patients is key to ensuring that dietary restrictions and allergies are properly addressed. Additionally, teamwork and time management skills help staff efficiently prepare and deliver meals, even during busy periods. Continuous training in food safety and nutrition can further support staff in meeting the unique demands of a healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Hospital Dietary vs Hospital Cook?

AspectHospital DietaryHospital Cook
CredentialsDietetic technician or nutrition certification often requiredFood preparation skills, culinary experience
Work EnvironmentHealthcare setting, focus on nutritional needsKitchen environment, food preparation
Job FocusPlanning and managing patient diets, nutritional complianceCooking and preparing meals for patients and staff

Hospital Dietary professionals focus on planning, managing, and ensuring patients receive proper nutrition based on medical needs, often requiring nutrition certifications. Hospital Cooks primarily handle food preparation and cooking in the hospital kitchen. While both roles work within the healthcare environment, Hospital Dietary staff emphasize nutritional accuracy, whereas Hospital Cooks focus on meal preparation and culinary skills.

What does a hospital dietary aide do?

A hospital dietary aide assists in preparing, delivering, and serving meals to patients, ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are met. They maintain cleanliness in food service areas and may help with inventory and record-keeping, supporting the dietary department’s daily operations.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Dietary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,910 per year, or $24 per hour.

Hospital Dietary Aide

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

Reno, NV

$13.50 - $17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Dietary Aide performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Dietary Manager.
  • Provides assistance to the cook in the preparation and service of meals.
  • Meets scheduled meal and snack times.
  • Follows all cleaning schedules and performs cleaning duties as scheduled.
  • Assists in loading food carts and serving meals.
  • Setting up the dining room and helping serve patients.
  • Assists in receiving and storing food supplies.
  • Attends departmental and in-service educational programs.
  • Follows defined safety codes while performing all duties.
  • Adheres to all appropriate sanitation and safety guidelines.
  • Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
  • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital.

Requirements

Education/Licensure:

  • One (1) year of Hospital or medical dietary aide experience required.
  • Prior experience in healthcare food service required.
  • Valid Serve Safe Certification preferred.
  • CPI obtained within 60 days of hire

      Knowledge and Experience:

  • Demonstrates sound leadership skills
  • Knowledgeable on state and local code requirements for food service establishments.
  • Ability to prepare food combinations that add interest, contrast, and variety to a menu.
  • Knowledge of appropriate safe food-handling techniques.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to read, understand and follow recipe directions, diet orders, and work assignments.
  • Ability to coordinate
  • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change
  • Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times.
  • Sensitivity and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
  • Knowledge with cooking equipment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work with people with a variety of background and educational levels.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

Physical Requirements:  

While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following: 

  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand for sustained period of time.
  • Walk, push, pull, lift, carry objects from a lower to higher position or horizontally from position to position or otherwise move objects.
  • May use hazardous chemicals.
  • Feel sizes, shapes, temperatures, and textures by touching with skin, particularly that of the fingertips.
  • Express or exchange ideas orally and potentially loudly, accurately, or quickly.
  • Hearing within normal hearing ranges.
  • Lift up to 50 pounds, exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
  • Minimum standard of visual acuity with or without correction.
  • While worker may possibly be subjected to temperature changes, the worker is generally not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions as the work is predominantly inside.

Benefits

We proudly offer the following:

  • Competitive rates
  • Flexible schedules
  • Tuition reimbursement

A full benefits package is available the first of the month following just one month of employment!

This package includes Medical (three plans to choose from), Dental (two plans to choose from), Vision, Life Insurance options, including plans for spouse and children, 401(k), Pet Insurance, Identity Theft insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and a very generous PTO plan and more!

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