Catering Manager (Healthcare)

Empact Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering services company in Gauteng seeks a skilled Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations, implement production processes, and manage food and labor costs. The ideal candidate has a relevant tertiary qualification and at least 3 years of kitchen management experience, with strong knowledge of HACCP and budget management skills. Join us in delivering high-quality food service while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive/kitchen management experience.
• Experience working within budget guidelines.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Assist in implementing the production process.
• Assist in managing food and labour costs.

Skills

Knowledge of the catering environment

Customer service skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Exceptional functions skills

Computer literacy

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts

Job description

The Main Purpose of the Job

The successful incumbent will be responsible for assisting with all food service-related activities, including managing daily kitchen operations, implementing the production process, managing food and labour costs, and maintaining an overall understanding of HACCP.

Education and Experience Required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive/kitchen management experience is compulsory.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.
• Hospital experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of HSE is advantageous.
• Knowledge of special diets is compulsory.
• Must have healthcare experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the catering environment, ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining.
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws.
• Customer service skills.
• Management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Exceptional functions skills.
• Ability to balance the budget and reduce soft costs.
• Computer literacy.
• HSE knowledge.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Assist in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Assist in implementing the production process.
• Assist in managing food and labour costs.
• Maintain overall understanding of HACCP.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage kitchen brigade.
• Assist in managing the strategic and day-to-day operations of the unit.

Empact Group is committed to Employment Equity in line with legislation and will prioritize candidates as per Equity requirements.

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