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Dietary Aide

Western Home Communities
Madrid, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 9/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2027

Madrid Home is seeking a caring candidate with a positive attitude to join our team as a Dietary Aide. In this position, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation, serving and cleanup of meals under the direction of the Cook or Dietary Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone in school! As a non-profit organization, we are committed to providing services and support to provide dignified and compassionate care to our residents.

What you'll do as a Dietary Aide:

  • Assures the dining room is prepared for the meal to be served at the specified times
  • Assures food, dinnerware and kitchen equipment is either properly disposed of or clean/sanitized according to schedules and ready for the following shift
  • Responds appropriately to all resident requests on an individual basis
  • Interacts with residents/staff in a positive way while doing food preparation and food service

What you'll need as a Dietary Aide:

  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Strong customer service background
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Scheduling of a Dietary Aide:
  • Regular attendance and punctuality are required
  • Must be able to work every other weekend and holiday

Benefits of a Dietary Aide:
  • (Full-time) Health, Dental and Vision
  • Ability to be paid early
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401k Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Alternate wage scale available for those who choose to waive benefits
  • And much more!

If you feel like you, or someone you know, would be a good fit for this opportunity within Western Home Communities- we would love to talk!


Western Home Communities is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). That means we offer residential living for seniors at every stage of health, activity and independence, from those who need no assistance, to others who require round-the-clock nursing care. This is often referred to as the continuum of care.

Mission Statement: Western Home Communities is a charitable Christian Service Organization that assertively creates fulfilling lifestyles for those we serve, their families and our employees.

The ideal candidate for this position supports the Western Home Communities values of people first, servant spirit, innovation and financial integrity.
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At Western Home, our mission is to help older adults live fulfilling lives through people-first care, meaningful relationships, and a strong sense of community. Our team members lead with a servant spirit, act with integrity, and embrace innovation to create a welcoming and supportive environment for residents and families.

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