State Operations Manager

6 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Compass Group Australia Full time

Lead a prestigious portfolio.
- Drive impact and growth.
- Empower a high-performing team.

**_Chartwells are specialists in providing catering and hospitality services in education. Our goal is to provide engaging and nutritious dining solutions tailored to support academic achievement at the highest levels_**

**THE POSITION**
- Oversee the delivery of food and soft facilities management services across a portfolio of prestigious independent schools and universities.
- Lead and develop operational teams to ensure excellence, efficiency, and a strong customer focus.
- Partner with clients to strengthen relationships and deliver tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.
- Drive business performance through strategic planning, financial management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and sustainability standards while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

**THE PERSON**
- Proven leadership experience within food services, hospitality, or facilities management at a senior/State level.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering on budgets, growth, and client outcomes.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and long-term partnerships.
- Strategic thinker who can balance operational detail with big-picture planning.
- Inspirational leader who empowers teams, drives performance, and fosters a values-led culture.

**THE BENEFITS**
- Lead a high-profile portfolio across prestigious education clients.
- Join a values-driven business with a strong reputation for quality and service.
- Opportunity to shape strategy and make a real impact on the student and staff experience.
- Attractive remuneration package with performance incentives.
- Career progression within a global organisation that invests in its people.

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