Southbound Adventures - Catering & Equipment Manager

AdventurePro; Shellharbour; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities available

Annual Senior Team Day

Team clothing & gear provided

Job summary

Southbound Adventures, based on the NSW South Coast, is seeking a dedicated Catering & Equipment Manager to support our outdoor education programs. You will work from head office/warehouse, ensuring the best food and gear are provided for each program while liaising with clients and suppliers.

The role requires coordinating catering and equipment needs, budgeting, and forecasting, along with order fulfillment, packing, and gear maintenance.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Logistics or Catering preferred.
• Food Safety Certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Logistics or Catering preferred.
• Experience with outdoors/camping equipment preferred.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, suppliers and caterers.
• Manage catering and equipment needs, budgeting and forecasting future requirements.
• Catering and gear orders.
• Pack/unpack food and equipment for programs.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and food safety.
• Knowledge of outdoor gear and equipment.
• Clean and maintain equipment returning from programs.
• Provide logistical assistance; manage vehicles and trailers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Microsoft Office

Adaptable

Positive attitude

Education

Certificate III in Logistics or Catering - preferred

Food Safety Certificate - preferred

Minimum 3 years experience in Logistics or Catering - preferred

Job description

Southbound Adventures is seeking passionate individuals for the role of Catering & Equipment Manager.

This full-time Catering & Equipment Manager position offers the opportunity to support our Team to deliver outstanding Outdoor Education Programs with Australia's leading Outdoor Education Company. Make a difference in students' lives through the Catering & Equipment utilised out on program.

About Southbound Adventures:

With over 30 years of experience, Southbound Adventures is a leader in Outdoor Education. We specialise in school programs and are experts in Duke of Edinburgh’s Adventurous Journeys (including the Overland Track in Tasmania!).

Based on the NSW South Coast, we operate in more than 25 National Parks and 34 locations. We pride ourselves on quality—of experience, equipment, catering, support, and especially our team.

The Role: Catering & Equipment Manager

As the Catering & Equipment Manager, you’ll be working from our Head Office/ Warehouse, supporting the Team by ensuring every program is provided with the best available food and gear for their Outdoor Education Programs. You’ll also:

• Liaise with clients, suppliers and caterers
• Manage catering and equipment needs, budgetting and forecasting future requirements
• Catering and gear orders
• Pack/unpack food and equipment for programs
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and food safety
• Knowledge of outdoor gear and equipment
• Clean and maintain equipment returning from programs
• Logistical assistance
• Managing vehicles and trailers

What we're looking for:

Qualifications:

• Certificate III in Logistics or Catering - preferred
• Food Safety Certificate - preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience in Logistics or Catering - preferred
• Experience with outdoors/camping equipment preferred

Personal Attributes:

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and pride in your work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Enthusiastic, positive, and adaptable
• Confident working both independently and within a team

What We Offer

Professional Development:

• Training opportunities available (gear, food safety, first aid)

Flexibility & Balance:

• Extended time off in winter and over Christmas 0.8 to Full Time Load - Average 4 - 5 days/week across 6 months Remuneration:
• Base: $70,000-$80,000 per annum (pending quals/experience) Perks:
• Annual Senior Team Day (think Gold Coast adventures or Sydney Harbour Bridge climb!)
• Team clothing & gear provided

Location: Albion Park Rail, NSW

Start Date: As soon as the right candidate is found

Applications close on Monday 2 November 2026.