What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Dining Operations position at Cedar Community?
Position: Assistant Director of Dining Operations
Hours: Flexible schedule, including alternate weekends and holiday rotation
Are you a food service leader passionate about delivering high-quality meals and exceptional dining experiences? Join the Cedar Community Dining Services team as an Assistant Director of Dining Operations and play a vital role in providing nutritious and delicious meals to our residents, guests, and staff.
At Cedar Community, we believe in fostering a supportive environment where both residents and employees thrive. As a recognized top workplace, we are committed to professional growth, teamwork, and creating meaningful experiences every day.
Job Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director of Dining Operations is responsible for leading the Dining Services team to ensure quality food service and nutritional care across multiple locations, including Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center, Cedar Bay West, the Cottages, and the Willows. Your primary responsibilities include:
- Supervising dining personnel to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and service.
- Overseeing food preparation to ensure meals are consistently well-prepared, nutritious, and tailored to resident needs.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including ServSafe standards.
- Operating food service equipment such as steam jacketed kettles, steamers, braising pans, convection ovens, cook-and-hold ovens, slicers, mixers, grinders, proofing boxes, grills, broilers, coffee makers, blenders, food processors, and dishwashers.
- Managing special events and meal services for residents, guests, and staff.
- Providing leadership and training to the dining team to enhance efficiency and service excellence.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; formal education in cooking preferred.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting required.
- Institutional cooking experience preferred.
- ServSafe Certification required.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
- Passion for creating high-quality dining experiences.
Why Choose Cedar Community?
Cedar Community is more than just a workplace—it’s a place to grow. As Washington County’s third-largest nonprofit employer, we offer opportunities that make a lasting impact.
✔ Competitive Compensation: Enjoy competitive wages and benefits.
✔ Career Growth: Access advancement opportunities, leadership training, and professional development.
✔ Flexible Scheduling: Work-life balance with adaptable scheduling options.
✔ Employee Recognition: Be part of a team that values and rewards your contributions.
Ready to Apply?
Start your rewarding career with Cedar Community, where your leadership and culinary expertise will make a difference every day.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Note: For the safety of our residents and staff, Cedar Community requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza, except for approved medical or religious exemptions. COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged. Vaccination requirements may change based on CMS and State of WI guidelines.
