The Jerky Co is a family-owned Western Australian-founded, national company that takes premium air-dried meats to a new level of flavour & quality. We achieve this by producing our products using the finest MSA grade WA beef marinated for over 24 hours and only top-quality ingredients from family recipes that date back 20+ years.

The Opportunity

As we continue to grow across the country, we're looking for an Area Manager to join our Victorian Stores.

You’ll oversee new stores across your designated area in a hands‑on role that calls for strong people leadership, a genuine customer service ethos, and sharp attention to detail. Hours are primarily Monday to Friday, with weekend on‑call shared on a rotating roster with other managers.

You’ll be set up with fuel and travel allowance, laptop, phone, and uniform - and backed by an honest, hardworking team that genuinely supports its people.

Engaging with, motivating and mentoring staff is a crucial part of this role. You must be an open, approachable and a fair leader.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and motivate a team of enthusiastic casual kiosk attendants, providing guidance, support & coaching to maximise their potential.

Schedule monthly rosters across kiosk using Deputy rostering platform whilst balancing employee needs, customer. demand & sales goals.





Ensure kiosks comply with Health and Safety regulations and maintain high hygiene standards.

Ensure kiosks meet visual merchandising standards and reflect The Jerky Co brand image.

Establish and maintain a customer‑centric culture, ensuring exceptional service and enhancing customer loyalty.

Maintain effective communication with management and other retail locations to align with company goals and standards.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience in retail management, food service management, or a similar leadership role

Sound knowledge of inventory control, merchandising, and financial reporting

Skills & Capabilities

Strong team leadership and people management

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Solid organisational and time management abilities

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Personal Attributes

Qualified approach and high personal standards

Genuine commitment to quality and food safety

Hands‑on, solutions‑oriented mindset

What We Offer

Fuel & travel expenses, laptop, phone, and uniform

A supportive, honest, and hardworking team behind you

The opportunity to grow with an expanding national brand

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Valid Australian work rights are required for the position.

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📌 Area Manager - Retail (Melbourne)
🏢 The Jerky
📍 Melbourne