Catering Manager

23 hours ago

Teneriffe Queensland, Australia Vanilla Zulu Culinary Adventures Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Part-Time Catering Manager (Cook & Administrator)

Vanilla Zulu Culinary Adventures – Teneriffe

Vanilla Zulu Culinary Adventures is seeking an experienced and motivated Catering Cook & Administrator to join our new catering business. This is a casual, job-share position offering both hands-on cooking and business management responsibilities.

If you are passionate about food, enjoy variety, and are confident managing both the cooking and administration tasks, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business with room to grow.

About the Role

  • Casual approx. 20 hours per week (building in 2026)
  • Catering days onsite at Teneriffe: 2–3 days per week (flexible, but includes Mon to Fri and and some Sat mornings)
  • It is a Job-share role with another Catering Cook focused on food production on alternate days, so there is flexibility
  • Some administration tasks (customer orders, stock ordering, scheduling deliveries) can be done work from home across the week
  • Established delivery team in place to support you

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook simple catering items (sandwiches, cakes, slices, savoury items), following recipes and portioning accurately
  • Manage catering orders, scheduling, and delivery team bookings
  • Oversee daily administration and client communication
  • Order and receive stock for food, beverage, and service supplies
  • Maintain strong food safety standards and minimise wastage
  • Ensure compliance with Brisbane City Council food safety requirements
  • Reporting to the business manager and owner

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in catering, commercial cooking, or chef roles
  • Current Food Handler Certificate
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  • Confident managing administration as well as food preparation
  • Availability to work weekdays and Saturday mornings

Why Join Us?

Vanilla Zulu is a well-established, reputable culinary business in Brisbane. This role offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to contribute to the growth and expansion of our catering services. This role will suit a passionate cook looking to expand their skills, or a seasoned Chef looking for a more balanced, daytime role outside the demands of high-pressure kitchens.

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