"Principal Adviser, Catering"

Job Description:

• Are you interested in a fixed-term, part-time opportunity?
• Do you have proven experience in strategic service design?
• Have you got a strong understanding of the catering and/or student accommodation sectors?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Principal Adviser, Catering to join the Campus Operations team on a fixed-term, part-time contract until 19 December 2025.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive review of the current catering model in halls of residence.
• Investigate catering models used by other universities and comparable institutions globally.
• Analyse the benefits, limitations, and applicability of various models to the University context.
• Prepare a comprehensive final report with findings to senior leadership and relevant governance groups.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, ideally with solid understanding of the catering sector, and or, the student accommodation sector.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in strategic service design, preferably in corporate hospitality, tertiary education, or similar institutions.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and consult with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of financial modelling and value-for-money assessments.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in a university context.

Role Description - Click here to see further information, including salary details.

Close date for vacancy: 20 August 2025.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Denise Young, Executive Assistant to the Director Campus Operations (denise.young@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

Posted: 06/08/2025