Catering Manager

Synergy Jobs; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable job placement agency is seeking a Catering Manager in Cape Town. This role involves overseeing meal preparation, maintaining quality standards, and managing staff in a healthcare setting. Strong food skills and previous managerial experience are essential. The candidate should possess a Grade 12 qualification, interpersonal skills, and be able to work shifts. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a hospital environment.
• 5 years managerial experience in the Healthcare Sector advantageous.
• Ability to work shifts and over weekends.
• Must have own transport and valid driver's license.
• Clear criminal record required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of production planning and meal preparation.
• Organize and maintain cleanliness in food storage areas.
• Ensure quality control complies with company standards.
• Order stock and manage expenses within budgeted limits.
• Attend and provide updates at weekly staff meetings.

Skills

Excellent food skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

IR / HR Knowledge

Education

Grade 12

Formal qualification in Hospitality Related

Job description

Introduction

We are excited to present an excellent job opportunity for the position of Catering Manager based in Cape Town.

Job Specifications

Position

Catering Manager

Location: Mitchell's Plain

Reporting to: District or Area Manager

Minimum Requirements

• Must have Grade 12
• Must have formal qualification in Hospitality Related
• Previous experience within a hospital environment
• Previous 5 years managerial experience advantageous in the Healthcare Sector
• Excellent food skills required
• Computer proficiency
• IR / HR Knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Client and Patient Liaison responsibilities
• Unit administration
• Ability to build and maintain a motivated team in fast paced environment
• Working knowledge of Halaal requirements and other special dietary requirements
• Must be able to work shifts and over weekends
• Own transport and Valid driver's license
• Clear Criminal record

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of production planning, meal preparation, clean‑up, and general upkeep of the kitchen.
• Ensure all menus are calculated correctly to maximize gross profit and actively increase unit profitability.
• Organize, maintain cleanliness, and handle receiving of all food storage areas, including proper rotation of ingredients.
• Ensure Quality Control complies with company standards.
• Order stock to correct quantities, quality and price, and keep expenses within budgeted limits, supervising kitchen cleaning.
• Understand and maintain financial aspects of the business—budgeting and forecasting.
• Attend and provide updates at weekly staff meetings.
• Oversee cash management, debtors, stock checks, and cash checks.
• Oversee staff and payroll.
• Prevent food waste while meeting all health and safety regulations.
• Project the company image through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product and productivity.
• Implement company standards, policies and procedures in accordance with legislation.
• Train staff on portion control and pleasing presentation of dishes.
• Maintain staff files.

Salary

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