Emergency Services Catering Team Leader

The Salvation Army (SA) Property Trust atf Social Work; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits up to $15,up

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Job summary

The Salvation Army (SA) Property Trust atf Social Work in Malaga, WA is seeking a Team Leader for Emergency Services Catering. This full-time max-term role leads volunteers, ensures readiness of mobile kitchens, and coordinates catering deliveries during emergencies.

Reporting to the Response Coordinator WA, you will supervise depot tasks, manage resources, and liaise with DFES and incident teams to deliver meals, snacks and essential supplies.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational emergency or disaster services.
• Experience in volunteer engagement or management.
• Food handling experience.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or ability to obtain.
• Senior First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain.
• Medium or Heavy Rigid Driver’s Licence desirable or ability to obtain.
• Strong initiative, motivation and self-management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to a positive team spirit.
• Constructive leadership skills to guide, support and empower volunteers.
• Accountability in managing resources, budgets and compliance requirements.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site catering operations during emergencies, including meal planning and service arrangements.
• Liaise with DFES and Incident Management Team personnel during live responses.
• Support volunteers with clear direction, safety guidance and hands-on teamwork.
• Maintain operational readiness of depot equipment, supplies and mobile kitchens.
• Assist with food preparation, serving and emergency supply purchasing.
• Complete required paperwork and update the Noggin Incident Management Database.
• Build relationships with local governments and participate in emergency management committees.
• Contribute to national policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the SAES Recovery Programme when requested.

Skills

Volunteer management

Food handling

Food Safety

Leadership

Team coordination

Job description

The Salvation Army (SA) Property Trust atf Social Work in Malaga, WA is seeking a Team Leader for Emergency Services Catering. This full-time max-term role leads volunteers, ensures readiness of mobile kitchens, and coordinates catering deliveries during emergencies.

Reporting to the Response Coordinator WA, you will supervise depot tasks, manage resources, and liaise with DFES and incident teams to deliver meals, snacks and essential supplies.