Contract Catering Operations Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Cater Care Australia Cater Care Services Full time

**Introduction**:
**About Cater Care**:
Cater Care is a leading Australian-owned and operated contract catering service provider. We are known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service across multiple sectors, including Aged Care, Education, Retirement, Retail, and Remote services. Our values of Care, Pride, and Community drive us to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive. We are passionate about people and communities, and we strive to empower our team to be the best they can be.
**Description**:
**The Opportunity**:
We are seeking a seasoned and passionate Operations Manager to lead our hospitality operations. This role involves managing a portfolio of sites and ensuring operational efficiency and excellence. You will lead a team, maintain client relationships, and drive commercial outcomes while adhering to high standards of service and safety. There will be travel involved across sites.

**Responsibilities**:
Overseeing catering operations across multiple sites.
Managing budgets and resources effectively.
Maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Leading, managing, and mentoring a high-performing team.
**Skills and Experiences**:
**Your Background**:
Significant experience in the hospitality/food production sector, ideally in the Aged Care or Education catering industry.
Proven track record of managing catering operations and leading diverse teams.
Experience operating across multi-site delivery.
Strong financial acumen and experience with budgetary controls.
Exceptional communication and relationship management skills.
Chef qualification essential or robust culinary and business management related qualifications/experience.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary
Generous car allowance with tolls paid
Excellent career prospects within a fast-paced, growing company.
Salary sacrifice available.
A suite of discounts across major companies.
Ongoing mentoring from executive leadership.
Training and development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Why Cater Care?
Join a well-established company committed to quality service and sustainability.
Work in an inclusive, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
Opportunity for career growth and development.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you're a passionate, results-driven professional with a background in catering services and want to make a meaningful impact in the education, aged care, and retirement living sectors, Cater Care would love to hear from you
Cater Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

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