Back of House Manager

**Back of House Manager**
- Join a dynamic team in a role that emphasises staff development and offers a unique opportunity for career growth within an event culinary setting.
- Showcase your culinary expertise and revolutionise stadium dining at Melbourne Olympic Park.
- Your culinary expertise will turn concessions into destinations for food enthusiasts, leaving a lasting impact.

**Experience the launch of our first partnership at the iconic Melbourne Olympic Park, building Legendary Experiences with Levy AU - the sports and entertainment sector of Compass Group Australia. We invite you to be a part of something special at the iconic Melbourne Olympic Park creating Unforgettable Experiences.**

At Levy AU we pride ourselves on fostering strong client partnerships, creating bespoke food concepts and pioneering designs with a guest-first approach. Our company-wide passion for food shines through menus featuring seasonal delights and a focus on Victorian ingredients. Join us in delivering tailor-made concepts and a range of services, from corporate hospitality to event catering and venue support. Be part of a team driving innovation and excellence in the dynamic world of sports and entertainment.

**The Position**
- **Strategic Staffing**: Develop and execute weekly rosters and work schedules for up to 150 team members to ensure optimal staffing levels aligned with business demands for both year-round business and Australian Open operations.
- **Operational Oversight**: Lead daily operations of the department, ensuring adherence to service standards, company policies, and operational procedures across 30 kitchens / outlets.
- **Resource Management**: Monitor and manage operations during peak periods, adjusting as necessary to maintain efficiency, this includes collaborating with internal departments on resource levels and identifying gaps.
- **Inventory Control**: Maintain control over stock levels across all kitchen back of house departments and areas.
- **Hygiene and Safety Leadership**: Enforce back-of-house cleaning schedules and uphold cleanliness standards across the precinct for all back of house areas. This role is to develop processes and procedures for safe practises including chemical usage.
- **Team Development**: Building capability and knowledge is a key element of this role, training in safe working practices, cleaning and logístical operations, including upholding HACCP procedures.
- **Reporting and Communication**: Prepare and submit regular reports to Executive Chef and Operational Team. Manage internal stakeholders, including addressing internal inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
- **Waste Management**: Ensure adherence to regular and proper waste disposal procedures, including liaising with site operations.
- **Vendor and Partner Collaboration**: Collaborate with external suppliers for repairs, maintenance, and new in**v**entory. Collaborate with internal partners such as Quayclean.
- **Australian Open Specifics**: Develop and implement stewarding rosters and cleaning schedules tailored for the Australian Open, ensuring high cleanliness and maintenance standards

***The Person**
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a managerial role within a kitchen environment or stewarding department.
- Proven track record in successfully leading and managing teams within a fast-paced hospitality environment.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with a focus on optimizing efficiency and productivity.
- Eligibility to work in Australia.
- Proficiency in IT systems for maintaining operational excellence.
- Strong presentation and communication skills in English, adept at conveying directives and fostering teamwork.
- Availability for flexible schedules, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

**The Benefits**
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A vibrant and dynamic work environment within the exciting world of sports
- 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers
- Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further