Description of the job
Woods & Co Recruitment have partnered with a family-run QSR brand that has been a household name in Melbourne's food scene for over 20 years. With a reputation for fresh, fast and feel-good dining, they’ve grown to 17 stores across Victoria, and they’re not slowing down.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the business as their next Operations Manager, where you’ll drive store performance, fuel franchise growth and lead strategic expansion across both company-operated and franchised locations.
What’s in it for you?
- $110,000 - $130,000 + Super + Company Car
- Bright, modern office in Port Melbourne, close to safes, public transport and free parking
- Generous staff discounts
- Ongoing training & development opportunities
- Hands-on executive role with real influence over growth and operations
- Join a trusted, family-run brand with strong values and culture
What you’ll be doing:
- Oversee operations for 17 Melbourne stores, ensuring compliance and strong performance.
- Lead franchise development including recruitment, onboarding and ongoing support
- Manage delivery platforms and POS systems to optimise store efficiency
- Drive business growth through new initiatives, menu development and supplier management
- Collaborate with the executive team on strategic planning, budgeting and expansion
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years’ senior operations or multi-site leadership experience within QSR or broader hospitality
- Experience with franchising and new store openings (QSR highly regarded)
- Proven leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and developing teams
- Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting and stakeholder management
- RSA and Food Safety Supervisor certifications
If you're as passionate about this position as we are, then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately. For a confidential discussion please call Marissa on 0440 134 225 or email Write to the company
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members, and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
*only shortlisted candidates will be contacted