State Manager - QLD

Lead with Purpose and Shape Exceptional Care Across Queensland

Position: State Manager – Operations

Job Type: Permanent – Full Time

Location: Queensland (Operations Base)

Being a State Manager for Cater Care offers you a real way to make a difference whilst thriving in an industry that truly matters. Leading our Aged Care, Retirement Living and Education portfolio across Queensland, you’ll champion culinary quality, mentor dedicated teams, and ensure every resident experiences dignity and nourishment every single day. This is an opportunity to lead with genuine visibility, build trusted client partnerships, and foster a culture of pride, care and community across our Queensland sites. With travel, purpose, and meaningful human connection built into every week, this is leadership with heart.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support day-to-day catering operations across a broad portfolio of Queensland's Aged Care, Retirement Living and Education sites.
• Coach, mentor, and inspire site managers, chefs, and kitchen teams, championing a positive and supportive workplace culture.
• Spend regular time on-site, maintaining active visibility, listening to residents, and building strong, transparent client partnerships.
• Manage operational budgets, food costs, and resources effectively to drive strong commercial and quality outcomes.
• Ensure strict compliance to food safety standards, strengthened Aged Care standards, nutritional guidelines, and workplace health and safety compliance.