Assistant Catering Manager (Healthcare) - East London

Empact Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 180 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering firm in East London is seeking an Assistant Catering Manager to help manage food production and provide exceptional service. Applicants should have at least 2 years of supervisory experience in catering or the restaurant industry and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The role requires commitment, attention to detail, and the ability to work irregular hours. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in catering or restaurant industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of meals and functions.
• Ensure all tasks are completed satisfactorily.
• Assist with lunch service and menu planning.
• Handle orders and inventory management.
• Conduct training sessions for staff.

Skills

Enjoy working with people

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Good interpersonal and supervisory skills

Good communication skills

Education

Completed at least standard 10/secondary education

Job description

Assistant Catering Manager

East London, Eastern Cape

Salary: R180,000 - R250,000

Posted: Today

About Us

TSEBO Catering is recruiting an Assistant Catering Manager to join our team; in this role you will assist the Manager in the day‑to‑day management tasks of providing a catering service to the required standards.

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 quality and presentation.
• To ensure that all tasks and jobs are satisfactorily completed, assuming 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 completion of administrative returns, salary variations, etc.
• To issue stocks and receive goods, checking quality, quantity and price, and ensuring correct storage and rotation.
• To make regular inspections to ensure company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
• To carry out regular On‑the‑Job Training sessions, identify staff with development potential, and highlight these people for promotion.
• To be fully conversant with HACCP and NOSA regulations and report any defects to the manager.
• To be sensitive to the needs of subordinate staff and report any problems or breaches of discipline to the manager.
• To remain security conscious at all times and ensure storerooms, safes and lockable areas are secure.
• To assist with stocktaking on a regular basis, and 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, gaining further knowledge and experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Enjoy working with people.
• Good organisational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours, weekends and public holidays.
• Good communication skills.
• Good grooming and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working with computers.
• Ability to negotiate, organise, delegate and work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age and at least 2 years of supervisory experience in catering and/or restaurant industry.
• Completed at least standard 10/secondary education.