Catering Assistant Supervisor

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime potential

Training and career progression

Uniform and meals provided

Job summary

Placements24 advertises a Catering Assistant Supervisor role in Paarl, South Africa. The successful candidate will support the catering team, supervise junior staff, and help ensure flawless event execution, hygiene standards, and excellent client service.

The role offers exposure to daily operations, event setup and breakdown, and opportunities for training and career progression within a fast-paced catering environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment, with some supervisory experience preferred.
• Good understanding of catering procedures and food safety protocols.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing event demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Catering Manager in overseeing daily catering operations and event execution.
• Supervise and guide a team of catering assistants, ensuring tasks are completed effectively.
• Support in setup, service, and breakdown of catering events according to client specifications.
• Ensure all food handling and hygiene standards are maintained by the team.
• Interact with clients to address immediate needs and ensure guest satisfaction during events.
• Assist with inventory checks, stock replenishment, and basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Event setup

Customer service

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant Supervisor to support their catering team in Paarl . This role involves assisting in the day-to-day operations of catering services, supervising junior staff, and ensuring that all events are executed smoothly and efficiently. You will play a key part in maintaining service quality, adhering to hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer care. This is a great opportunity for someone with a foundational understanding of the catering industry looking to step into a supervisory role and develop their leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Catering Manager in overseeing daily catering operations and event execution.
• Supervise and guide a team of catering assistants, ensuring tasks are completed effectively.
• Support in setup, service, and breakdown of catering events according to client specifications.
• Ensure all food handling and hygiene standards are maintained by the team.
• Interact with clients to address immediate needs and ensure guest satisfaction during events.
• Assist with inventory checks, stock replenishment, and basic equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment, with some supervisory experience preferred.
• Good understanding of catering procedures and food safety protocols.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing event demands.
• A positive attitude and commitment to providing excellent service.
• Basic knowledge of event setup and service flow is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and potential for overtime.
• Valuable experience in event supervision and team leadership.
• Opportunities for training and career progression within the company.
• A friendly and fast-paced working atmosphere.
• Uniform and meal provisions during shifts.