Diet Tech: Meal Support & Nutrition Aide (Part-Time)

Center For Discovery; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Center For Discovery is seeking a Part-Time Diet Tech in Torrance, CA. You will work with the Registered Dietitian to implement dietary care, plan patient menus, and manage grocery budgets.

You’ll maintain a clean, stocked kitchen, prepare meals per guidelines, and help patients with eating behaviors in a structured setting. Responsibilities include supporting dietary groups, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinating transportation when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Education or experience in dietary or nutrition sciences preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver's License.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided.
• Must obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid, plus Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days, training provided.
• Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.
• Eating Disorder Division: minimum 1 year recovery if in recovery.

Responsibilities

• Consult with Registered Dietitian to implement the dietary component of the program.
• Allocate grocery budget and purchase all items while ensuring variety and safety.
• Plan patient menus and maintain a clean, well stocked kitchen.
• Prepare meals and snacks per dietary guidelines; supervise mealtimes with patients.
• Explain dietary program to patients and adhere to health, licensing, and HIPAA rules.
• Conduct facility and grounds checks and report safety concerns to leadership.
• Facilitate and lead daily dietary groups as needed; provide transportation when required.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

CPI Certification

CPR/First Aid

Food Handling/Safety Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Center For Discovery is seeking a Part-Time Diet Tech in Torrance, CA. You will work with the Registered Dietitian to implement dietary care, plan patient menus, and manage grocery budgets.

You’ll maintain a clean, stocked kitchen, prepare meals per guidelines, and help patients with eating behaviors in a structured setting. Responsibilities include supporting dietary groups, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinating transportation when needed.