Canteen Managers

Description:

About the Role

We're excited to be launching a brand-new education site in Peppermint Grove and are looking for two full-time, experienced Canteen Managers to lead our catering operations

Cater Care is partnering with one of the region's prestigious schools to deliver exceptional food services to students and staff. In this role, you'll also be responsible for preparing and managing the kitchen for the Senior Canteen and Café, serving Year 12 students and teachers.

Training will commence in early January, ready for the site opening. You'll enjoy on-site parking and easy access to public transport, with nearby bus routes making your commute simple and convenient.

Roster: School Terms Only

Position 1: Monday to Friday- 6:30am-2:30pm

Position 2: Monday to Friday - 6:45am- 3:15pm

Key Responsibilities

Manage all kitchen operations, including food preparation and service

Lead and support a small team to deliver exceptional customer service

Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards

Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff and students

Coordinate and oversee special events, functions, or catering within the school

Skills and Experiences:

What We're Looking For

Proven experience managing a canteen, café, or commercial kitchen environment

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills

Flexible, reliable, and committed to working school-term schedules

Experience in an education setting is highly desirable

What's In It for You

Award pay + Super (Salary is based on 39 weeks a year)

Work aligned to the school calendar, with school holidays off

Uniform provided

Staff benefits and retail discounts (450+ stores nationwide)

Training and support for further skills

Access to EAP services via Acacia Connection

Who We Are

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Next Steps

Please click "Apply for this job". If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies.

Please Note

All successful candidates will be required to satisfy a Working With Children Check and undertake a National Criminal History Check.