Catering Operations Manager

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Goodwin Aged Care Services Limited Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We are Goodwin, a multi-award-winning, industry-leading seniors' services and accommodation provider in the ACT and NSW. For over 70 years, our community-owned, not-for-profit organization has provided the Canberra and regional community with vibrant and luxurious retirement living villages, reliable and innovative home care, and the very best in residential aged care facilities.

About the Role

Are you looking for a highly rewarding purpose driven role that can make a real impact?

Goodwin Aged Care is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Manager to lead and manage catering services across our aged care sites. This senior role involves overseeing kitchen and all catering operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, managing budgets, and leading a skilled team of chefs and catering staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage daily catering operations and food service quality.
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and Aged Care Quality Standards
  • Lead, develop, and motivate the catering team.
  • Oversee budgeting, procurement, and inventory control.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to meet residents' nutritional needs.
  • Resolve escalated complaints professionally and constructively.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives and innovation

What We are Looking For

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
  • Food Safety Supervisor certification
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol certification
  • Current C Class Driver's Licence
  • Extensive experience as a head chef or catering manager in large-scale food operations
  • Minimum 6-8 years of experience as a head chef or catering manager in large-scale food operations
  • Strong knowledge of commercial food preparation and HACCP standards
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience in change management
  • Understanding of the nutritional needs of older people
  • Excellent planning, administration, costing, and organisational skills
  • Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Australian work rights required for all visa types

Desirable

  • Experience in aged care or hospitality (5-star hotel or large food production roles)

Join Goodwin and make a difference by delivering exceptional catering services that enhance resident wellbeing.

Apply now with your resume and cover letter.

Goodwin encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds to apply.

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