Catering Manager| Prestigious College

Catering Manager | Prestigious College

Location: Prestigious College’s Ringwood location VIC

Trippas White Group is a leading hospitality company, which operates from premium locations such as the Sydney Opera House, Centennial Parklands, Sydney Tower, Royal Botanic Gardens and Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club. We take great care that our services meet the status and expectations of these prominent, iconic landmarks. Working for Trippas White Group not only means experience at one premium venue, but opens endless possibilities to a vast array of food concepts across Australia.

The Role 

Predominately Monday to Friday working days with school holidays off.

Trippas White Group is seeking an energetic & dynamic, hands on Catering Manager to lead one of our teams at one of Melbourne’s outer Ringwood’s prestigious schools, retail operations along with experience in events of all styles and guest numbers.

We are looking for a catering manager with flair and creativity, a passion for fantastic food and a willingness to work in a positive team environment with a supportive client.

Reporting directly to the offsite Operations Manager, you will be responsible for day-to-day running and supervision of the kitchen including functions and retail. You will be multi-skilled with the ability to lead your team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Establishing and sustaining productive relationships with key client contacts
• Working with the chef on day-to-day production of all kitchen requirements both retail & events.
• High volume production of contemporary food
• Financial and Operational Management of the kitchen operation
• Ensuring only the very highest standards of food presentation & creativity
• Managing staffing requirements and rosters
• Ordering and replenishing stock

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Proven and successful background in catering management
• A focus on providing excellent contemporary food!
• Strong understanding of all aspects of menu planning disciplines
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
• Highly developed leadership skills
• Strong Human Resource skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Impeccable grooming standards
• Strong knowledge of food handling and hygiene principles
• Computer literate

• Please note that a Working with Children check is a mandatory requirement of this position.

Benefits and Culture

• Supportive and inclusive culture;
• A professional and safe working environment
• Good employee benefits and entitlements.

Do you meet the experience for this position and would like to find out more?

Trippas White Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.