Catering Operations Manager

1 day ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Private Advertiser Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity

If you've built your career in hotels, resorts, clubs, or large-scale venues and you're ready for your next big operational challenge - without the late nights - this is it.

We're looking for an accomplished Catering Operations Manager to oversee high-volume food production and service standards across multiple modern sites in Canberra. You'll lead a passionate team, shape service delivery, and bring five-star standards to an environment where quality, consistency, and teamwork matter.

This is a Monday-to-Friday leadership role that offers real work-life balance. Most days finish by 6 pm, giving you your evenings back while still running a dynamic, high-performing operation.

What You'll Do

  • Lead catering operations across multiple venues and teams.
  • Inspire, mentor, and develop chefs, cooks, and catering staff.
  • Oversee HACCP, food safety, and compliance systems.
  • Manage budgets, supplier relationships, and cost controls.
  • Innovate in menu design, service delivery, and presentation.
  • Maintain excellence in quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
  • Partner with senior leadership to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

About You

You're a hands-on, strategic hospitality professional who loves leading teams and creating exceptional dining experiences. You combine creativity, commercial sense, and operational control.

You'll bring:

  • Qualification in Commercial Cookery or Catering Management (Cert III+).
  • Experience as an Executive Chef, F&B Manager, or multi-site Operations Manager.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring background.
  • Sound knowledge of HACCP, WHS, and large-scale food production.
  • Budget management, supplier negotiation, and operational reporting skills.
  • A commitment to service excellence and team culture.

Why You'll Love It

  • Monday–Friday roster with most shifts finishing by 6 pm.
  • Canberra-based role with amazing lifestyle balance.
  • Competitive salary package in a stable, values-driven organisation.
  • Opportunity to innovate and influence catering standards across multiple sites.

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead a large, professional catering team and bring hotel-standard service to a progressive organisation - with your evenings free - apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your leadership and hospitality achievements.

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