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Food Service Director Job Reference Number: 40196 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees. * Ensuring that ...

Food Service Director - NEX Job Reference Number: 38413 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees. * Ensuring that ...

Perishable Associate Department: Perishable (Meat, Dairy & Frozen) Reports To: Perishable Manager ... Food Safety & Sanitation * Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company procedures. * Monitor ...

Perishable Associate Department: Perishable (Meat, Dairy & Frozen) Reports To: Perishable Manager ... Food Safety & Sanitation * Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company procedures. * Monitor ...

FROZEN FOOD/CLERK

Eagle River, WI · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service ... Recommend frozen food items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.

Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective ... Agriculture / Pet Lawn & Garden / Seasonal Automotive Food & Beverage Clothing / Footwear Tools ...

Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective ... Agriculture / Pet Lawn & Garden / Seasonal Automotive Food & Beverage Clothing / Footwear Tools ...

Leads and develops teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and collaborating with all levels of ...

Food & Consumables Coach

Minocqua, WI · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Leads and develops teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and collaborating with all levels of ...

Cleaning and maintaining proper food safety standards are critical to the team's success. Benefits ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

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How much do food associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for food associate in Rhinelander, WI is $15.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.17 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Food Associate vs Food Clerk?

AspectFood AssociateFood Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification may be beneficial
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarkets, food production facilitiesGrocery stores, supermarkets, food service establishments
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in retail and food service industriesOften used interchangeably with Food Associate in retail settings

The main difference between a Food Associate and a Food Clerk lies in their job scope and terminology. Food Associates typically have broader responsibilities in food handling and customer service, while Food Clerks often focus on cashiering and stocking. Both roles require similar credentials and are found in similar environments, but the title may vary by employer. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers target the right positions in the food retail industry.

What cities near Rhinelander, WI are hiring for Food Associate jobs? Cities near Rhinelander, WI with the most Food Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Food Associate job openings in Rhinelander, WI as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, and 42% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,058 per year, or $15.4 per hour.
Food Service Director

Food Service Director

Elior North America

Minocqua, WI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Food Service Director

Job Reference Number: 40196
Employment Type: Full-TimeOnsite 
Segment:
Education
Brand: Elior-School-Dining
Location: Minocqua, Wisconsin (US-WI) 

 

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our School Dining team in Minocqua. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of food service workers and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure that students, faculty and clients never miss a meal.

#LI-SC1   #BOOST 

What you'll be doing:
  • Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources. 
  • Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees. 
  • Ensuring that staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations. 
  • Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and ensuring the account meets all targets and forecasts. 
  • Conferring with the district manager or other departments regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dining service. 
  • Addressing customer service needs. 
What we're looking for:

Must-haves: 

  • At least two years of experience coordinating food service operations. 
  • Previous experience with industrial cooking. 
  • Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives. 
  • The ability to manage in a diverse environment with a strong focus on client and customer services and satisfaction. 
  • Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite applications. 

Nice-to-haves: 

  • ServSafe and/or HACCP certification 
Where you'll be working:

Minocqua J1 School District 

Our Benefits:
  • Medical (FT Employees)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • Discount Program
  • Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) 
  • EAP
  • 401k
  • Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
  • Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
  • Paid Time Off 

About Elior School Dining:

Elior School Dining partners with public and charter schools across the country, serving millions of meals that meet NSLP guidelines while exceeding expectations. We create thoughtful, customized dining experiences rooted in fresh food, student voice, and collaboration - fueling school pride, smart choices, and brighter futures with every meal. 

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised  by management as needed.


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About Elior North America

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Elior North America enhances people's lives through culinary innovation and a commitment to providing exemplary service. Our family of companies, with more than 17,000 employees, provides food services and catering to over 1,500 client accounts in five industry segments across the continental United States. We are proud to be the fifth largest culinary management company in the country and excited to be the fastest growing organization in the industry. We focus on three ingredients for success to differentiate Elior from our competitors and position our company as a disruptor in the markets we serve. To support our ingredients for success and drive our mission and values, we need talented team members throughout our family of companies.

Industry

Food and beverage stores

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2008