Group Operations Manager (5 Locations) — Tamworth Based
TNS Canteen Services is looking for a capable, people-first Group Operations Manager to help lead and coordinate operations across our 5 locations (a mix of school canteens and bistros).
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who can keep standards high, support managers and teams, and help the business run smoothly day-to-day — with support from the Director.
Location
- Based in Tamworth, with travel between locations required
What you'll be doing
- Management of staff and day-to-day operations across 5 locations (with Director support)
- Assisting with Rostering and coordinating coverage for leave and busy periods
- Banking and daily/weekly cash handling processes
- Compliance & food safety oversight (checks, training refreshers, audits)
- Cost control (wastage reduction, portion control, menu/process efficiency)
- Reporting (weekly KPI snapshot: sales, labour %, issues, wins)
- Process improvement (standardising systems across sites)
- Customer/school liaison (handling escalations, relationship management)
- Performance management (coaching, feedback, addressing issues early)
- Supporting recruitment/onboarding as needed
Hours & employment type
- Part-Time - 30 hours per week
- Overtime paid (if you're required to fill in for sick days/urgent coverage)
Pay & benefits
- Competitive base wage to be negotiated
- Travel allowance paid for travel between locations
- Laptop and phone provided
- Commission available for reaching monthly targets (achievable targets, not unrealistic)
What we're looking for
- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) - required in our school locations
- Current driver's licence (required)
- Previous management experience
- Previous experience managing a team
- Commercial kitchen experience desirable
- Strong organisation, reliability, and the ability to work across multiple locations
Start
- Immediate start
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Travel reimbursement
Education:
* High School (Year 12) (Preferred)
Experience:
* Management: 1 year (Required)
Licence/Certification:
* Working with Children Check (Required)
* Full Driver Licence (Required)
Location:
* Tamworth NSW (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Application Deadline: 07/05/2026