Assistant Catering Manager

• Hands on, proactive, guest first focus
• Live on site beside the Grampians Gariwerd National Park
• Flexible roles for individuals, couples or families

Silverband Lodge is a school camp, group accommodation and outdoor recreation venue in the heart of Halls Gap. Set on 47 acres of native bushland, we’re the base for school camps, journey-based programs, family reunions, community groups and corporate retreats. Our team loves creating lifelong memories for our guests, and good food is a big part of that. We’re proud to be a sibling venue to the award winning Cave Hill Creek.

Our Assistant Catering Manager plays a vital role in keeping guests happy, well fed and ready for the day ahead. You’ll work alongside a friendly, close knit catering team and report to the Catering Manager. You’ll also liaise with our program and facilities staff so every stay runs smoothly. This is a great opportunity for an individual, a couple or a family wanting to settle into one of Victoria’s most beautiful regions.

The role

A typical day at Silverband Lodge will see you:

• Supporting the Catering Manager with menu planning and meal service
• Leading and mentoring kitchen and dining room team members
• Preparing and serving quality, nourishing food with care for dietary and allergy needs
• Looking after stock, ordering, food safety and a spotless kitchen
• Taking on extra hours in maintenance, housekeeping or activity instructing if you’d like them
• Welcoming guests and responding to their needs as part of our After Hours on-call roster
• Spotting small problems early and fixing them before guests notice

About You

• Experience in catering, commercial kitchens or hospitality, ideally with some supervisory time
• Practical, real world skills that count for more than formal qualifications
• Confidence leading a team and running service with a calm, positive attitude
• A natural team player who enjoys making other people’s experiences great
• Keen to try your hand as an all-rounder in maintenance, housekeeping or outdoor activities for additional hours
• Happy to share an after-hours on-call roster

Why join Silverband Lodge

• On-site accommodation in Halls Gap, one of Australia’s most picturesque and close-knit village communities
• World class bushwalking and camping on your doorstep in the Grampians Gariwerd National Park
• Family friendly arrangements, with extra hours for you or your partner in housekeeping or other areas of the business
• Flexibility to shape your hours and duties around your family’s circumstances
• Further openings for a chef/cook, outdoor instructor, facilities manager, handyman, or hospitality and housekeeping professional
• On call requirement: on-site accommodation includes working our After Hours roster