We're Hiring!

• Canberra
• Fantastic Leadership Opportunity
• Hands On Dynamic Role 

PFD Food Services has 70 strategically located distribution centres around Australia. We deliver an extensive range of fresh meat and seafood together frozen products, drygoods, paper products and cleaning solutions to the food service industry.

Since 1943, we have been distributor of choice for cafés, restaurants, pubs, clubs, schools and any foodservice business that demands a wide range of products delivered with outstanding customer service. We’ve always believed in ourselves and our people, we know it takes every task, from every person in our business to help make our customers business a success. In 2021 PFD formed a partnership with another proud Australian company, Woolworths Group.

The Role

The purpose of this role is to assist the Branch Manager in providing a safe workplace, delivering on the Branch’s budgeted adjusted gross profit & net profit, through day-to-day management and leadership of sales, operations, and administration activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Branch Operations, and co-ordinate day-to-day administration of the Branch
• Implement and support the Branch Manager in staff evaluation, recruitment and training as required. Ensure all employees receive adequate induction and on-going training for safe work practices.
• Understand and adhere to HACCP, quality and food safety requirements within the standards and timelines required. Ensure the Branch is ready for HACCP audits in terms of agreed standards, paperwork requirements, and cleanliness.
• Assist in the effective development and expansion of the existing client base
• Seek continuous improvement opportunities and implement improved safety, people, quality, service and cost initiatives
• Coordinate afterhours activities to ensure the branch is operational and secure
• Ensure that all activities relating to the Company comply with relevant Acts and that all legal obligations and ethical standards are complied with.

Key Competencies, Skills and Qualifications

• As this is a 'hands on' position the Assistant Branch Manager must be able to lead by example, particularly in the Operations area.
• High level of analytical ability.
• Very good people management skills.
• The ability to communicate at all levels.
• Accurate, must have attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with key stake holders (Suppliers, Customers, General Managers, Area Business Managers, PFD Group Leaders, Employees).
• Demonstrate operational, administrative, sales and marketing abilities.
• Punctuality.
• Embrace company values.

What PFD is Offering the Successful Candidate

We are offering competitive remuneration, superannuation and other staff benefits (such as discounts on staff purchases, discounted accommodation, health insurance and banking). As part of this position, we are also offering participation in an incentive program, company vehicle, laptop and phone.

Please submit your application (cover letter and resume) via the apply now link below

As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks. These checks may include a medical assessment (including a drug/alcohol test and a Flu Vaccination), National Police History Check, Working With Children/Vulnerable Groups Check, Licence Validation/Demerit Point Check.

We do not accept unsolicited CV's from Recruitment agencies / third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to Line Managers.

Please note: Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be scheduled for January 2025.  Estimated start of Successful Candidate for this role is February 2025.

PFD Food Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.