Catering Manager (Healthcare) - Bloemfontein

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

Job summary

A food service management company in South Africa seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, manage food and labour costs, and ensure compliance with HACCP standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification and at least 3 years of kitchen management experience, preferably in high-volume operations. Strong organizational and management skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive kitchen management experience.
• Experience working within budget guidelines.
• Healthcare experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage the kitchen brigade.

Skills

Knowledge of catering environments

Customer service skills

Management skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Ability to manage budgets

Computer literacy

Communication skills

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 mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive kitchen management experience is mandatory.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is mandatory.
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations is highly desirable.
• Hospital experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of HSE is advantageous.
• Knowledge of special diets is mandatory.
• Healthcare experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Knowledge of catering environments ranging from fine dining to restaurant service.
• Understanding of South African and industry-specific laws.
• Customer service skills.
• Management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational 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 with 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 daily operations.

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