Food Hub Coordinator

• Great benefits and work-life balance
• Full time - 38 hours a week role
• Convenient working location
• Working within the iconic University of Sydney
  
  

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated person who is looking to use their strong administrative and management skills for the next step in their career. Your role will be coordinating the operation of the University of Sydney Food Hub.

You will work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure necessary functions are carried out correctly and with efficiency, while overseeing and developing a small team of team members and volunteers. This role also works closely with University stakeholders to ensure the Food Hub is running to its fullest potential.

You will be responsible for ensuring a productive store, delivering above and beyond service, and an exemplary in-store experience. You will also be responsible for inventory control, visual merchandising, outlet presentation, visitor registration and business reporting

It is essential that candidates be available Monday to Friday, between 7am to 6pm, have the right to work in Australia up to 38 hrs per week and have a valid Working With Children Check.

No Christmas rush or public holidays, and excellent additional benefits including meals provided and membership in our loyalty program round out this role with all of the pros of retail but none of the negatives.

Who We Are

We are a not-for-profit organisation focused on students at the University of Sydney. The revenue we generate through our operations is used to support students and create experiences they will remember for a lifetime. You will be playing an integral role by assisting our operations to run smoothly.

What You Will Do

• Rostering and resource allocation to meet demands
• Accurate inventory control, including maintain levels of critical stock
• Team development and delegation through effective communication and coaching
• Coordinate the running of the University of Sydney Food Hub
• Liaise with suppliers and manage internal and external client relationship
  
  

Essential Criteria

• 2+ years' previous management experience in a fast-paced retail or hospitality environment
• 2+ years' previous demonstrated management experience of at least 5 staff
• Previous experience ordering stock and effectively managing stock levels
• Ability to coach and mentor staff to achieve set training and development needs
• Excellent customer service and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills/experience in using a complex point of sale system
• A team player with a proactive approach to work
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Tertiary qualifications in catering and/or hospitality management
• Current Food Safety Certificate
• A commitment to and understanding of the Union, its roles and relationship to the University
• A general knowledge of industrial and Work Health and Safety legislation
• Current full driver's license where applicable
• Understanding of HACCP procedures or food safety program
  
  

THE PERKS

• An $15 meal card per day worked
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• A complimentary USU rewards membership giving discounts on and off campus
• Generous paid leave entitlements including 4 additional paid leave days per year
• Ongoing paid training and development
  
  

START DATE

Immediate Start

How To Apply

You must have the right to work and live in Australia to apply for this job.

• Please read the position description here carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position before applying.
• Scroll down and complete our online application form below.
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About The Usu

The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.

Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides fun things on campus, such as festivals, events and parties. We manage a diverse range of programs, including an active volunteering program and a Language Exchange, to name a few. In addition, we support over 200 Clubs and Societies as well as operate bars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, affordable fresh food, graduation gown hire and official USYD merchandise.

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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