What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide (Morning) position at Oglala Sioux Lakota Nursing Home?
Company Description
🌿 About Oglala Sioux Lakota Nursing Home
Apply today at https://oglalasiouxlakotanursinghome.hrpartner.io/jobs
Oglala Sioux Lakota Nursing Home, Inc. (OSLNH) is a state-of-the-art, 60-bed long-term care facility with a 12-bed memory care unit, proudly managed by Native American Health Management (NAHM). Oversight of the facility is provided by a dedicated three-person Board of Directors.
Located in Nebraska, OSLNH is guided by a mission to deliver exceptional elder care in a spirit of love, respect, and compassion, while honoring the rich culture and traditions of the Sioux Nation.
💙 Our Mission
To provide a continuum of excellent care and service to the aging in a spirit of love, respect, and compassion — honoring the culture, values, and traditions of the Sioux Nation.
🩺 Our Commitment
Our primary goal is to help every resident reach and maintain their highest level of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. We encourage self-sufficiency, growth, and engagement — supporting residents as they continue to live meaningful, purpose-filled lives.
Working in long-term care is both challenging and deeply rewarding, and our staff takes pride in providing the best possible care through teamwork, compassion, and professional excellence.
🌟 What We Offer
Competitive Starting Wage
Day & Night Shift Differentials
Excellent Benefits Package
401(k) Plan with 4% Employer Match
Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Dental (DELTA) and Vision (VSP) Coverage
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Options
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
Flexible Scheduling
Referral Program
❤️ Join Our Team
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of elders and want to be part of a caring, community-centered team, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now at https://oglalasiouxlakotanursinghome.hrpartner.io/jobs
Job Description
The Morning Dietary Aide assists with meal preparation, food service, kitchen sanitation, and resident dining support to ensure residents receive nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment.
Schedule
- Morning Shift
- Weekends and holidays as scheduled
- Flexible scheduling available
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare dining areas for breakfast and lunch service
- Assist cooks with meal preparation and plating
- Serve meals according to resident dietary requirements
- Deliver trays and beverages to residents as needed
- Assist residents with meal setup and dining support
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining rooms, and food preparation areas
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Follow food safety and infection control procedures
- Properly store food and supplies
- Assist with special events, holiday meals, and cultural food activities
- Promote a positive dining experience for residents and guests
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 2 Forms of Identification
- Copy of Immunizations
- Tribal ID (if claiming Indian Preference)
- Food service experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds
- Must pass background screening and comply with facility policies
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.