Artificial Intelligence Specialist

We are seeking a skilled AI Specialist to help lead the Future of Innovation at Cater Care Australia.

At Cater Care Australia, we’re passionate about providing outstanding hospitality services to a wide range of industries across the country. As we continue to innovate, we’re ready to take a bold step into the future—by establishing our own in-house AI capability to improve service delivery, optimise operations, and enhance service offerings.

We’re on the lookout for a highly motivated, technically proficient, and visionary AI Specialist to help us design, develop, and lead our AI function from the ground up.

About the Role

This is a pivotal new role in our organisation. You will work closely with our IT and Leadsership teams to:

• Lead the development and implementation of AI strategy and capabilities across the business
• Design and deploy AI-driven solutions that drive efficiencies, improve insights, and enhance decision-making
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify high-impact use cases across various business functions
• Build the framework, tools and processes to support scalable, ethical, and secure AI implementation
• Guide the integration of AI solutions with our existing systems and data architecture, in partnership with IT

About You

You’re not just technically brilliant—you’re a strategic leader with the ability to bring people on the AI journey. You’re excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up and leave a lasting legacy.

You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in AI/ML engineering, data science, or applied AI roles (5+ years preferred)
• A proven track record of end-to-end delivery of AI projects in a commercial environment
• Hands-on skills in Python, machine learning frameworks, NLP, and cloud AI services
• Deep understanding of data strategy, model deployment, and governance
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders
• A collaborative, proactive and solution-focused mindset

Why Join Us?

• Create your own blueprint – you’ll be building our AI function from scratch
• Leadership and visibility – report directly to key decision-makers and help shape business strategy
• Values-led company – we care about people, purpose, and performance
• Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for growth
• Part of a fantastic IT Team and a great Australain business

Ready to Lead the Future?

If you’re passionate about AI and ready to apply your expertise in a practical, people-first business, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Exclusive discounts across major companies.
• Support for further training and/or qualifications.
• Opportunity to create an excellent career path
• Ongoing mentoring from executive leadership

About Cater Care:

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider operating across multiple sectors, including Aged Care, Education, Retirement, Retail, and Remote Services. We value Care, Pride, and Community, and pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, and providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.