Dining Services Leader – Assisted Living

St. Paul Elder Services, Inc.; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time

Leadership opportunity

Development opportunities

Meaningful work

Team culture

Job summary

St. Paul Elder Services, Inc. is seeking a Dining Coordinator for McCormick Assisted Living in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

You will oversee daily kitchen and dining operations and lead a team to deliver high-quality meals and exceptional resident service. The role requires at least 3 years of dining management, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. You will supervise 10–15 Dining Services staff, manage schedules and budgets, participate in on-call

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a dining or food service program.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong communication, listening, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt management style to meet the needs of the team and organization.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and exceptional resident service.
• Ability to embrace and exemplify the mission, vision, and values of St. Paul Elder Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the day‑to‑day operations of Dining Services.
• Supervise and support a team of approximately 10–15 Dining Services associates.
• Assist with staffing, including filling open shifts and responding to call‑ins.
• Create and maintain Dining Services staff schedules according to organizational policies.
• Conduct daily team huddles and maintain effective communication with associates.
• Monitor and approve employee timecards.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training for new Dining Services staff.
• Conduct annual evaluations and corrective action in accordance with organizational policies.
• Work with the recruiter to post open positions, screen candidates, and participate in interviews and hiring.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health department, OSHA, food safety, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized dining and kitchen environment.
• Complete weekly and monthly audits, including refrigerator, cleaning, and temperature log audits.
• Develop and implement action plans when necessary.
• Monitor employee illnesses and communicate required information to Human Resources and Infection Control.
• Oversee the Dining Services budget and assist with future budget and capital planning.
• Ensure the department has the necessary equipment, supplies, and tools to operate effectively.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and replacement needs.
• Create and update menus in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations.
• Provide staff with recipes, preparation lists, production guides, and order guides.
• Coordinate catering needs and collaborate with other departments.
• Maintain the department's Emergency Preparedness Plan.
• Participate in meetings, committees, action teams, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on dining support by working as a Cook or Server at least two days per week.
• Promote a resident‑focused, home‑like dining environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Staff development

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

St. Paul Elder Services, Inc. is seeking a Dining Coordinator for McCormick Assisted Living in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

You will oversee daily kitchen and dining operations and lead a team to deliver high-quality meals and exceptional resident service. The role requires at least 3 years of dining management, ServSafe certification, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. You will supervise 10–15 Dining Services staff, manage schedules and budgets, participate in on-call