Team Leader Meals On Wheels

Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Council’s Family Health Support Services Department is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic Team Leader Meals on Wheels who will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Meals on Wheels kitchen to produce fresh hot meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of eligible clients.

This is a full-time role working 38 hours per week with remuneration equal to Band 6.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Maintain a high level of kitchen hygiene and safety to prepare cost-effective, nutritious meals in accordance with relevant policies and guidelines
• Oversee the operations of the kitchen including staff supervision, volunteer recruitment and tasks, rostering, ordering and inventory control
• To lead and motivate a diverse range of team members in an open and co-operative team environment, demonstrating the corporate values

About you

• A relevant tertiary qualification with proven experience in bulk meal preparation
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety standards including experience planning menus
• Experience leading teams to provide an excellent standard of customer service
• Excellent computer literacy skills
• Experience leading and working with people from diverse backgrounds and/or volunteers
• Experience in applying policies, procedures, regulations and legislation into work practices
• Current First Aid Certificate, Victorian Drivers Licence, Police Check and Working with Children Check 

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Rostered Day Off 
• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental leave
• Free onsite parking 
• Employee assistance program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 6 currently remunerated between $95,504.35 to $103,457.38 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Deborah Barry, Coordinator Program Delivery on (03) 9784 1*** or *************@frankston.vic.gov.au

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.