What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Dining Services- Fresh Ideas Food Service Management position at Doane University?
Position Title
Assistant Director of Dining Services- Fresh Ideas Food Service Management
Job Type
Full Time - 12 months
Division
Student Affairs
Department
Student Affairs Office
Job Location
Crete, NE (68333)
Position Summary
Please Note: This position is NOT employed by Doane University. The role is with Fresh Ideas Food Service Management, which operates dining services on Doane’s Crete residential campus. To apply for this opportunity, please apply directly at the following link: Assistant Director, Dining Services – Doane University (Crete, NE).
For inquiries about the position, please contact Fresh Ideas Food Service Management: Victoria Swanson, Director of Dining Services at victoria.swanson@doane.edu
For inquiries about the position, please contact Fresh Ideas Food Service Management: Victoria Swanson, Director of Dining Services at victoria.swanson@doane.edu
FRESH IDEAS is hiring an energetic and growth minded Assistant Director of Dining Services on the beautiful campus of DOANE UNIVERSITY. In this leadership position, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming and nourishing environment for students, faculty, and staff. Your responsibilities will encompass supporting all aspects of residential food service operations while elevating the campus dining experience. Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing. Food brings people together and food creates memories. We encourage creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams!
Crete is a welcoming city with a blend of history, culture, and modern amenities. Its educational institutions, cultural diversity, and strong community spirit make it a notable place in the region. Crete boasts a vibrant community life, with active civic organizations, clubs, and a strong sense of local pride. The city hosts events such as the Saline County Fair and other community gatherings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with the Chef and management team in creating nutritious and top quality food.
- Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams.
- Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
- Manages, trains, and develops associates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules that respect one of our core values, work life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities. This, along with our rapid growth, means accelerated promotion opportunities for every motivated Fresh Ideas team member! FREE SHIFT MEALS!
FLSA
Salary
$63,000-65,000
Minimum Required Qualifications
- 1 to 3 years of food service supervisory or lead experience.
- Experience in CAMPUS/UNIVERSITY food service operations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Financial experience and business acumen skills.
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.
Preferred Qualifications
An associate’s degree is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
Physical/Environmental/Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Travel Required
Physical Requirements
Outdoor Exposure
Background Check Required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
STF158
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/13/2025
Review Start Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This position is NOT employed by Doane University. The role is with Fresh Ideas Catering Services, which operates dining services on Doane’s Crete residential campus.
To apply for this opportunity, please visit the Fresh Ideas careers page and apply directly at the following link: Assistant Director, Dining Services – Doane University (Crete, NE)
For inquiries about the position, please contact Fresh Ideas Food Service Management:
Victoria Swanson, Director of Dining Services at victoria.swanson@doane.edu
Victoria Swanson, Director of Dining Services at victoria.swanson@doane.edu
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://doane.peopleadmin.com/postings/2326
Salary : $63,000 - $65,000