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© 2026 StudySelect. All Rights Reserved.A Catering Manager plans and runs food services for events, venues, and catering businesses. They are in charge of menus, budgets, food safety, and team results. This role needs both food knowledge and strong business skills.
Catering Managers work across many sectors. These include corporate events, hotel venues, aged care, schools, and large event businesses. They work with chefs, service staff, and clients to get strong, consistent results.
The job covers daily buying, stock control, and budget tracking. Catering Managers must follow FSANZ food safety standards. These rules require a qualified Food Safety Supervisor on site at all times. This is a legal duty in Australia.
Senior catering roles can lead to operations management in time. A Diploma of Hospitality Management (SIT50422) or higher is the usual entry point for management jobs. Joining Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) can help with career growth and industry ties.
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