Dietary Aide

Bethany Lutheran Home•Sioux Falls, SD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bethany Home Sioux Falls is hiring a part-time Dietary Aide to help serve meals to residents in its skilled nursing community. The role includes preparing dining areas and meal trays, serving food according to residents’ meal plans and dietary instructions, assisting with basic food preparation, and keeping kitchen and dining areas clean. The Dietary Aide works with dietary and nursing staff to support smooth meal service and respects residents’ privacy, dignity, and personal preferences. The available shift is evenings, 4–8 p.m. The role requires availability for most weekends and a few weekday shifts. Pay is $16–$17 per hour; starting pay is based on Bethany’s established wage scale and credited years of relevant experience. Weekend differentials provide additional pay.

Requirements

Dependability and a willingness to learn.
An interest in working with older adults.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow dietary instructions and food safety procedures.
Availability to work 4–8 p.m., most weekends, and a few weekday shifts.

Responsibilities

Set up dining areas and prepare meal trays.
Serve food and beverages according to residents’ meal plans and dietary instructions.
Assist with basic food preparation and portioning.
Clear tables, wash dishes, and clean kitchen equipment and work areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention procedures.
Report residents’ meal concerns or requests to the appropriate staff.
Respect each resident’s privacy, dignity, and personal preferences.
Work with dietary and nursing staff to support a smooth meal service.