Assistant Catering Manager

Tsebo Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in East London is looking for an Assistant Catering Manager. The role involves assisting in meal production, ensuring quality and hygiene standards, and managing staff training. Candidates should have at least 2 years of supervisory experience in the catering industry and good interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to high standards of service.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in catering and/or restaurant industry.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of meals and snacks.
• Ensure tasks are completed satisfactorily.
• Assist with lunch service.
• Place orders with suppliers.
• Conduct training sessions and promote staff development.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Standard 10 / Secondary education

Job description

About UsWe are seeking a highly motivated and organized Assistant Catering Manager to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will support the Catering Manager in delivering exceptional food and beverage services, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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 received 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

• 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.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years of age and have at least 2 years' experience in the catering and / or restaurant industry on a supervisory level.
• Must have completed at least a standard 10 / secondary education.