This role partners closely with the Dining Services Director to lead the dining team, maintain standards, support budgeting and compliance, and drive continuous improvement across all dining venues. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for hospitality, teamwork, and resident satisfaction.

ASSISTANT DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR

Description

Assists Dining Services Director in planning, coordination and implementation of the quality dining program for resident’s staff and guests. Oversee the services component of the dining program in all of the dining areas within the community. At the discretion of Administration, the Assistant Dining Service Director may be required to act as the interim Dining Service Director in the event of their absence or vacant position.

This role partners closely with the Dining Services Director to lead the dining team, maintain standards, support budgeting and compliance, and drive continuous improvement across all dining venues. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for hospitality, teamwork, and resident satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster and its communities.

1. Assume the responsibilities of the Department Director in his/her absence.
2. Scheduling staff and organizing the dept. to meet daily dietary needs.
3. Ensures proper equipment operation and that preventive maintenance are met.
4. Schedule training and In-service compliance as needed (IE. 5 Star Server training and Serv Safe certification).
5. Supervises purchasing functions and inventories.
6. Implement, oversee and document sanitation guidelines for all dining services venues.
7. Oversee daily dining service meals to ensure an overall quality resident experience.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Certified Dietary Manager or College Degree in related subject required
• 5 Years similar experience in a high volume, hospitality oriented and customer service focused environment.
• Must be Serv safe certified or have the ability to become certified within 90 days of date of hire.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Medical Insurance
• Wellness credit opportunity of $50 per pay period
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Basic Life & AD& D Insurance – benefit amount is three times annual salary
• Long Term Disability – premium paid by company
• Health Advocate – free assistance with resolving healthcare and insurance related issues
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Profit-Sharing Plan
• PTO TIME
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free counseling for employees and their families
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Resident Scholarship Fund
• Free Flu Shots and Hepatitis B vaccinations
• Discounted Meals
• Tickets at Work – discount pricing on travel and entertainment options

IMPORTANT NOTE: In alignment with public health best practices WESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES OF FL strongly encourages annual influenza vaccination for all healthcare personnel. Employees may be required to either:

• Provide documentation of current seasonal influenza vaccination,
  or
• Submit a written declination and, if applicable, comply with alternative protective measures (e.g., wearing a surgical mask during flu season).

Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

To learn more about our culture and what it is like to work at Westminster Communities of Florida, follow us on our social channels (Facebook and Instagram) at @WestminsterCareers. We provide drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https: //info.flclearinghouse.com/.

EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.” Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https: //info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or better

Licenses & Certifications

• COVID-19 Vaccination
• Florida Safe Cert
• Certified Dietary Manager

Equal Opportunity Employer
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