Job Title: Canteen Operations Manager
Job Description:
The Canteen Operations Manager is responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations of the school canteen, ensuring a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage daily operations and financials in line with college policies and procedures
* Prepare, assemble, and present food items in line with food safety standards and expectations
* Maintain hygiene and cleanliness across all service areas
* Manage the online ordering system, including resolving queries, uploading menu items, managing availability, generating reports, and producing labels
* Manage stock levels, order supplies, and conduct regular stocktakes, liaising with distributors/reps
* Accurately prepare and package lunch orders for students and staff
* Schedule and supervise parent and community volunteers
* Communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders, including volunteers, students, staff, and parents
* Collaborate effectively with the principal, officer manager, and director of business administration
* Ensure all volunteers complete mandatory working with children checks, RRHAN-EC training, and food safety training
* Ensure compliance with local council and SA health and safety regulations, including readiness for audits and inspections
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience in canteen or food service management
* A proactive, can-do attitude and strong leadership skills
* Communication and interpersonal skills to engage professionally and by college values
* Comfortable using Microsoft tools like Excel, Word, and Teams to stay organized and connected
* Experience with kiosk systems such as Qkr is a plus, but not essential
* Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
* RRHAN-EC Fundamentals & Masterclass Certificate
* Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
* Asthma Management Anaphylaxis Awareness and Emergency Response
Benefits:
* Flexible, family-friendly hours that support work-life balance
* Excellent remuneration with salary sacrifice options
* Generous paid parental leave entitlements in addition to the National Employment Standards
* Free onsite parking
* Active staff social club to build friendships and community
* Fully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
* Generous tuition discounts eligible staff receive a discount on their children's academic fees at Trinity College schools, pro-rated to their FTE
* Discounted STARplex membership supporting staff (and their family) wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle
* Professional Development opportunities that supports best practice in your profession
Others:
All Trinity College staff must comply with the College's Child Safe Policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct. The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and background checks, including Working With Children Checks and National Police Clearance. A pre-employment medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening may also be required.