Dietary Aide

Bethany Lutheran Homes; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance reviews with wage

403(b) retirement plan with employer a

Paid time off accrual beginning on day

Company-paid life insurance for eligib

Weekend differential pay

Employee referral bonuses

Scholarship opportunities through Beth

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Bethany Home Sioux Falls is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist with meals for residents in our skilled nursing community. You’ll set up dining areas, serve meals according to dietary instructions, help with basic food prep, and keep the dining and kitchen areas clean while getting to know our residents.

Starting pay ranges from $16 to $17 per hour with weekend differentials and evening shifts (4–8 p.m.).

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Communication

Teamwork

Evening/weekend availability

Job description

Dietary Aide – Part-Time

Bethany Home Sioux Falls | Sioux Falls, SD

Pay:

• Dietary Aide: $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.

Shifts available:

• Evenings: 4–8 p.m.

Bethany Home Sioux Falls is hiring a Dietary Aide to help serve meals to residents in our skilled nursing community. You’ll help prepare the dining room, serve meals, and keep the kitchen and dining areas clean while getting to know our residents.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Annual performance reviews with wage increases.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, subject to eligibility.
• Paid time off accrual beginning on day one for eligible employees.
• Company-paid life insurance for eligible employees.
• Weekend differential pay.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Scholarship opportunities through Bethany’s own Nursing Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Benefits and referral bonuses are subject to eligibility requirements and program terms.

Bethany is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.