Catering Manager (Healthcare)

Empact Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food service is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, manage food and labor costs, and ensure compliance with HACCP standards. Candidates must possess relevant culinary qualifications and at least 3 years of kitchen management experience. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment alongside a dedicated team, focused on delivering exceptional food services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive/kitchen management experience required.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is desirable.
• Healthcare experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Implement the production process and manage costs.
• Develop and plan menus while ensuring HACCP compliance.

Skills

Customer service skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Computer literacy

HSE knowledge

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 ensuring compliance with HACCP standards.

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.
• Healthcare experience is required.

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 manage budgets 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 standards.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage the kitchen brigade.
• Assist in managing strategic and day-to-day operations.

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

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