Assistant Catering Manager

Tsebo Solutions Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace management solutions provider in Cape Town seeks an Assistant Catering Manager to support management tasks and supervise catering operations. Key responsibilities include meal production, quality supervision, and staff training. Candidates must possess strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with a National Senior Certificate required and a tertiary qualification in hospitality being advantageous. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and enhance your career in the catering industry.

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate required.
• Tertiary qualification in hospitality is advantageous.
• Experience in catering at a supervisory level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of meals and functions.
• Ensure all tasks are satisfactorily completed.
• Supervise lunch service and assist in planning menus.
• Place orders with suppliers and ensure quality control.
• Conduct regular hygiene inspections and training sessions.
• Assist with stocktaking and secure storerooms.

Skills

Microsoft

Good organisational skills

Good interpersonal and supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Comfortable working with computers

Ability to negotiate and work under pressure

Education

National Senior Certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification in hospitality

Job description

About Us

We are seeking an Assistant Catering Manager to join our team.

This role involves supporting the manager with daily management tasks to ensure our catering service meets required standards.

Additionally, you will help supervise kitchen operations, oversee health and safety protocols, and maintain all necessary documentation, even in the absence of the Catering Manager and Chef.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity.

We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more.

Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose.

The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients' needs.

DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To assist in the production of meals, snacks and functions, paying particular attention to the quality and presentation thereof.
• To ensure that all tasks and jobs are satisfactorily completed, assuming these duties when necessary.
• To assist with lunch service.
• To assist with the planning and costing of menus.
• To place orders with suppliers.
• To assist with the completion of all administrative returns, salary variations, etc.
• To issue stocks and receive goods, checking quality, quantity and price, also ensuring that these stocks are correctly stored and rotated.
• To make regular inspections to ensure that company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
• To carry out regular On-the-Job Training sessions, be constantly aware of staff who have potential for development and ensure that these people are highlighted for promotion.
• To be fully conversant with HACCP and NOSA regulations and report any defect to the manager.
• To be sensitive to the needs of subordinate staff and report any problems or breaches of discipline to the manager.
• To be security conscious at all times and ensure storerooms, safes and lockable areas are secure.
• To assist with stocktaking on a regular basis.
• To attend meetings and training courses as required.
• To assume control of the restaurant and use own initiative in the absence of the Manager.
• To take part in catering exhibitions, thus gaining further knowledge and experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Microsoft
• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must have good organisational skills.
• Be able to pay attention to detail.
• Have good interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Be able to work irregular hours, on weekends and public holidays.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have good grooming and presentation skills.
• Must be comfortable working with computers.
• Must be able to negotiate, organise, delegate and work under pressure.
• Must be willing to work shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least a National Senior Certificate.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in hospitality – advantageous.
• Years of experience in the catering on a supervisory level.