Part-Time Dining Aide for Seniors — Compassionate Care

Bethel Lutheran Home Madison SD; Madison (SD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethel Lutheran Home Madison SD is seeking a part-time Dining Assistant to support residents during meals and provide companionship in a caring senior living setting. You will help with meal setup, serving, and mealtime routines while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.

No prior dietary or long-term care experience is required, but a positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential. Join a team dedicated to compassionate, quality care for older adults.

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Previous dietary or long-term care experience is helpful but not required.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must meet facility immunization requirements (e.g., flu shot, COVID-19 if applicable).
• Must follow infection prevention, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Willingness to take part in scheduled weekend/holiday rotations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents to and from the dining room or designated dining areas.
• Prepare residents for meals and assist with meal setup.
• Serve meals and beverages according to facility guidelines.
• Provide encouragement, conversation, and companionship during meals.
• Assist residents with eating and drinking as needed.
• Support residents with cognitive impairment, dementia, swallowing difficulties, vision impairments, or limited mobility.
• Accurately record food and fluid intake per facility policy.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ condition during mealtime to the Charge Nurse.
• Escort residents back to their rooms or other areas following meals.
• Help train or mentor new dining assistants (if experienced).
• Additional job duties as required.

Skills

Patient

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexible

Job description

Bethel Lutheran Home Madison SD is seeking a part-time Dining Assistant to support residents during meals and provide companionship in a caring senior living setting. You will help with meal setup, serving, and mealtime routines while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.

No prior dietary or long-term care experience is required, but a positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are essential. Join a team dedicated to compassionate, quality care for older adults.