- Location: Williamstown Meals on Wheels
- Position type: Permanent, Full time
- Salary: Band 6 $95,147.56 - $105,035.66 + superannuation
We're here. We're community. We're Hobsons Bay.
At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.
The opportunity
The Team Leader Food Services is a key leadership role responsible for providing both operational and strategic direction to Council's Food Services team. The role ensures the effective delivery of Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC PYP) services, while maintaining compliance, quality standards and positive client outcomes. With responsibility for workforce leadership, service improvement and program sustainability, this role plays a critical part in ensuring vulnerable community members continue to receive high-quality, client-centred food services.
What you’ll do
- Lead and coordinate Food Services operations to ensure quality service delivery and client outcomes.
- Oversee procurement, ordering and distribution processes to meet nutritional and individual client needs.
- Ensure compliance with CHSP, HACC PYP, food safety, legislative and funding requirements.
- Lead, develop and support staff and volunteers, including workforce planning, recruitment and performance management.
- Drive continuous improvement, reporting, stakeholder engagement and achievement of strategic service objectives.
- Relevant qualification in Food Services, Hospitality, Community Services, Health, Nutrition, Business Management or equivalent experience.
- Experience leading and developing teams in a service delivery environment.
- Strong knowledge of food service operations, procurement and food safety requirements.
- Demonstrated understanding of CHSP, HACC PYP and regulatory compliance obligations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, organisational and analytical skills.
- A maximum 2 pages cover letter which should outline your interest in the role
- A current CV which includes key achievements & relevant qualifications
Uncover more about this role in the Position Description attached below, or contact Mahongo Fumbelo, Coordinator Community Support via [email protected]
Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 19th August 2026.
To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we are unable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. We appreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications via Council's online portal.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Record Check, a Pre-Employment Medical Check, a Working With Children Check (WWCC), Banning Orders Check and a Qualification Check. Candidates must also hold a valid Victorian Driver's License.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
What we can offer
- Our location in the centre of Altona is close to public transport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or an afternoon walk along the lake.
- Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End of Trip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to get you refreshed and ready to go!
- Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership, Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, and walking & social clubs.
- Ongoing professional development support - we'll champion your growth, because your career matters to us!
A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working together to create a sustainable, thriving community for generations to come.
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We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.
