State Manager, Queensland — Multi-Site Catering & Care

Cater Care - Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relish discounts across 650 retailers

Uniform provided, with ongoing on‑the‑

Job summary

Cater Care - Group is seeking a State Manager - Operations to lead our Queensland catering portfolio across aged care, retirement living and education sites. You’ll mentor site managers and kitchen teams, maintain strong on-site visibility, and build trusted client partnerships while driving safety, quality and financial performance.

The role involves regular travel across Queensland and offers a hands-on leadership path with meaningful resident impact.

Qualifications

• Senior multi-site leadership experience in contract catering or large-scale food service.
• Trade certification in commercial cookery or equivalent.
• Proven budget oversight and commercial acumen.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day catering operations across Queensland sites.
• Coach site managers and kitchen teams to build a positive culture.
• Maintain regular on-site presence to listen to residents and partners.
• Manage budgets, food costs and resources to deliver quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and Aged Care standards.

Skills

Senior multi-site leadership

Budget oversight

Contract catering experience

Aged care dining experience

Education

Trade Certification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Chef qualification, or equivalent)

Job description

Cater Care - Group is seeking a State Manager - Operations to lead our Queensland catering portfolio across aged care, retirement living and education sites. You’ll mentor site managers and kitchen teams, maintain strong on-site visibility, and build trusted client partnerships while driving safety, quality and financial performance.

The role involves regular travel across Queensland and offers a hands-on leadership path with meaningful resident impact.