Catering Manager - Parkville

Cater Care Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday to Friday roster

Competitive salary Circa AUD 100,000 p

Prestigious setting

Career development

Uniform and retailer discounts

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Cater Care Group is seeking a Catering Manager for Trinity College, Parkville, VIC. The role oversees boarding catering, college functions and café services, demanding strong leadership and a commitment to service excellence.

The position starts January 2027, offering a Monday–Friday roster, a salary around AUD 100,000 p.a. plus super and a prestigious setting for career growth within a leading Australian contract caterer.

Qualifications

• Experience managing premium catering or high-end hospitality.
• Passion for exceptional customer service and memorable dining experiences.
• Proven leadership skills to develop teams and maintain high standards.
• Confident in engaging with clients and stakeholders professionally.
• Strong organisation, problem-solving and computer literacy.
• Current RSA and Food Safety Supervisor certifications; ability to obtain police check and WWCC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a large team to deliver exceptional service.
• Set the standard for professional presentation, attention to detail and customer care.
• Build strong client relationships and respond proactively to stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee daily catering operations, ensuring seamless service and high-quality delivery.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and hospitality excellence.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and compliance standards across the operation.

Skills

Catering management

Leadership

Customer service

Client engagement

Organization

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Job Category: Catering Supervisor,Commercial Kitchen,Customer Service,Food Safety Supervisor,Food Service,Indigenous Participation,School Dining & Catering

Elevate the Dining Experience at a Prestigious College

Location: Parkville, Victoria
Salary: Circa $100,000 p.a. + Super
Roster: Monday to Friday | 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Employment Type: Full-Time

In a prestigious college environment, outstanding hospitality is about more than great food. It's about impeccable service, attention to detail and creating an experience that exceeds expectations.

gather by Cater Care is seeking an accomplished Catering Manager to lead our operation at Trinity College, Parkville. This is an exciting opportunity for a polished, customer-focused hospitality leader to oversee a diverse operation spanning boarding catering, college functions and café services, delivering the highest standards across every touchpoint.

You’ll lead and develop a large team, build strong client relationships and foster a welcoming, professional dining experience for the entire college community. With a passion for service excellence, strong operational leadership and an eye for detail, you’ll ensure every meal, function and café interaction reflects the quality and reputation of this prestigious institution.

Please note, this position is scheduled to commence in January 2027.

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a large team to deliver consistently exceptional service
• Set the standard for professional presentation, attention to detail and customer care
• Build strong client relationships and respond proactively to stakeholder expectations
• Oversee daily catering operations, ensuring seamless service and high-quality delivery
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and hospitality excellence
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and compliance standards across the operation

Desired Skills and Experience

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing premium catering, high-end hospitality or a quality-driven food service operation
• A genuine passion for exceptional customer service and creating memorable dining experiences
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to develop teams and maintain high standards
• Confidence engaging with clients and stakeholders in a professional environment
• Strong organisation, problem-solving skills and computer literacy
• Current RSA and Food Safety Supervisor certifications, as required, and the ability to obtain a National Police Check and Working With Children Check

Why Join Cater Care?

• Monday to Friday roster - Enjoy your weekends free
• Competitive salary - Circa $100,000 p.a. plus superannuation
• Prestigious setting - Lead hospitality services within a distinguished college community
• Career development - Access ongoing training and development opportunities
• Everyday benefits - Uniform provided and discounts across 650+ retailers
• Wellbeing support - Confidential assistance through our Employee Assistance Program

About Us

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

If you bring a premium hospitality mindset, strong people leadership and an unwavering commitment to service excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact.