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HS Nutrition Aide II

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.99 - $19.83/hr

Nutrition Aide II Program: Head Start Program (Los Angeles County) Salary: $18.99 - $19.83 Status: Part-Time (20 hours per week) Reports To: Nutrition Coordinator, Head Teacher and Program Director ...

The Plaza at Lubbock

Nutrition Aide

Lubbock, TX · On-site

Nutrition Services - Dietary Aide The Plaza at Lubbock Lubbock, TX The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX has an opportunity for a Nutrition Services - Dietary Aide to join our team! A rewarding career ...

The Plaza at Lubbock

Nutrition Aide

Lubbock, TX · On-site

) Nutrition Services - Dietary Aide The Plaza at Lubbock Lubbock, TX The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX has an opportunity for a Nutrition Services - Dietary Aide to join our team! A rewarding career ...

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How much do nutritional aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutritional aide in the United States is $14.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nutritional aide?

A Nutritional Aide is a healthcare support professional who assists in the preparation, delivery, and serving of meals to patients or residents in hospitals, nursing homes, or other care facilities. They ensure that meals meet specific dietary guidelines and help maintain a clean and sanitary food service environment. Nutritional Aides may also interact with patients to confirm dietary needs and preferences, and sometimes assist with inventory or basic food preparation tasks. Their work is essential in supporting the nutritional health and well-being of those in their care.

What are some typical challenges nutritional aides face when working with patients who have special dietary needs?

Nutritional Aides often encounter challenges when preparing and serving meals for patients with specific dietary restrictions, such as allergies, diabetes, or swallowing difficulties. Ensuring that each meal complies with individualized nutrition plans while maintaining food safety standards requires careful attention to detail and strong communication with dietitians and nursing staff. Additionally, Nutritional Aides must be adaptable when patient preferences or conditions change and remain compassionate when helping patients adjust to new diets, which can sometimes be met with resistance.

What is the difference between Nutritional Aide vs Dietary Assistant?

AspectNutritional AideDietary Assistant
CertificationsNone required or basic food safetyTypically similar, may include food safety training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, healthcare settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with meal service, feeding patients, basic food prepPreparing meals, assisting with dietary needs, serving food

Both Nutritional Aides and Dietary Assistants work in healthcare settings assisting with meal services and supporting patients' nutritional needs. While their roles overlap significantly, Dietary Assistants may have slightly broader responsibilities in meal preparation and dietary planning. Both roles typically require basic food safety knowledge and are essential in healthcare nutrition teams.

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

To thrive as a Nutritional Aide, you need a basic understanding of nutrition, food safety, and meal preparation, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with dietary management software, food handling certifications, and kitchen equipment is often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic help Nutritional Aides provide quality service to patients and collaborate well with healthcare teams. These skills ensure that dietary needs are safely and accurately met, contributing to patient health and satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Nutritional Aide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,889 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Assisted Living Dietary Aide

Kendal at Hanover

Hanover, NH • On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Kendal at Hanover is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community, and home to 400+ residents. We have great part-time opportunities for individuals interested in the hospitality, food service and/or healthcare field. The Assisted Living Dietary Aide serves as a nutritional aide and server to resident patrons of the restaurants in our Assisted Living neighborhood.
Kendal offers competitive wages and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off programs; onsite childcare; exceptional educational assistance; and employee support programs! We also provide 24/7 access to our onsite fitness center and indoor lap pool for employees and their immediate families.
Summary of Responsibilities
The Assisted Living Dietary Aide provides residents living in the Assisted Living facility with quality dining service while enhancing the resident experience. The person in this role will communicate with residents about meal selection, assisting with menu completion and meal delivery when needed. They will support nursing staff with the resident dining experience to include tasks such as: transporting meals, setting up meals and snacks, and assisting residents with eating. They will also perform full service in the dining rooms, including taking resident orders, delivering food and drinks, clearing tables, and washing dishes as needed.
Required Experience
  • Previous dining/cooking experience

Candidate must have availability to work on weekends and evenings. Current available openings are in the morning from 7:00 - 11:00 AM and in the evenings from 3:00 - 8:00 PM.
Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
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