Assistant Dining Room Lead – Senior Living

Leadingageoregon; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TriMet pass

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

403b with match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Access to fitness center & pool

Job summary

Mary's Woods is seeking an Assistant Dining Room Manager to help oversee dining venues, manage staff, and enhance the resident experience. The role emphasizes leadership, hospitality, and adherence to high service standards within a senior living community.

The successful candidate will support daily dining operations, coordinate with the Dining Room Manager, and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive culture while working a full-time, exempt schedule that may include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Education and/or experience equivalent to the completion of a high school diploma or GED
• Experience in managing dining/food service in a retirement community or similar setting preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing turnover through staff selection, hiring, orientation, training, coaching, evaluation and development of personnel
• Delegate responsibilities, resolve operational problems and handle employee and resident complaints
• Assist residents and families with special parties and events as needed
• Assist with administrative tasks related to managing the dining rooms and staff, including inventory, ordering, schedules, and meal tickets
• Communicate with Dining Room Manager and Director on department matters involving residents and staff
• Demonstrate knowledge of food sanitation, safety, and service techniques
• Promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators
• Foster an inclusive environment and support diversity and continual improvement

Skills

Staff leadership

Guest relations

Hospitality

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Mary's Woods is seeking an Assistant Dining Room Manager to help oversee dining venues, manage staff, and enhance the resident experience. The role emphasizes leadership, hospitality, and adherence to high service standards within a senior living community.

The successful candidate will support daily dining operations, coordinate with the Dining Room Manager, and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive culture while working a full-time, exempt schedule that may include weekends and holidays.