Madison, SD

Dietary Aide Join a Team That Has Been Caring for Seniors with Heart Since 1962
Do you enjoy assisting in meal service for others? Do you have a passion for ensuring food is prepared, served, and delivered with attention to detail, safety, and compassion? If so, we are looking for a Dietary Aide to help our residents feel nourished, comfortable, and cared for.

Here’s what you’ll do:

· Assist with meal preparation, plating, and service according to menus and dietary guidelines.

· Serve meals and beverages to residents in the dining room or designated areas.

· Ensure proper portion sizes and correct diet textures are followed.

· Help maintain clean, welcoming dining areas.

· Accurately record food and fluid intake per facility policy.

· Observe and report changes in residents’ condition during mealtime to the Charge Nurse.

· Deliver meal trays as needed and collect trays following meals.

· Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining, and food service areas.

· Help train or mentor new dietary assistants (if experienced).

· Additional job duties as required.

Physical Requirements:

o Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs.

o Exposure to hot surfaces and cleaning chemicals.

o Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods.

Work Requirements:

o Must pass a criminal background check.

o Must meet facility immunization requirements (e.g., flu shot, COVID-19 if applicable).

o Adhere to safe food handling and storage guidelines.

o Must follow infection prevention, sanitation, and safety protocols.

o Willingness to take part in scheduled weekend/holiday rotations.

Here’s what you’ll need:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Previous dietary or long-term care experience is helpful but not required.

Here’s what you’ll need to be successful:

· Comfortable working with the geriatric population.

· Patient and attentive to residents’ needs.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

· Reliable, punctual, and flexible.

· Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

· Eager to grow professionally while contributing to a mission that truly matters.

Here’s what we offer:

· Competitive starting wage (higher based on experience).

· Health, Dental, and Vision insurance at affordable rates.

· Holiday Pay.

· Paid Time Off (PTO).

· Employee Meals.

· 401(k) retirement plan.

For more than 60 years, Bethel Lutheran Home has been a trusted provider of exceptional care to our community’s older adults. Behind every great meal is a team that cares! If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our residents’ health, comfort, and daily experience, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and become part of a community with a legacy of exceptional care!