Catering Manager: Lead Creative Dining & Team Excellence

Careserv; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Careserv in Benoni is seeking an energetic Catering Manager to lead our team, plan and deliver catering services in hospital and retirement village environments. The role reports to the Project Manager and requires a hands-on approach.

You will manage staff, budgets, stock, and menus, ensuring top-notch service while maintaining safety standards. Must have own transport and reside in the area.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Must be great at BOH, follow specifications and working within budget.
• Be creative within the budget.
• Strong computer skills.
• Understanding of diets, including IDDSI.
• Excellent communication and a flair for people.
• Preferably have 1st-Aid certificate.
• Strong understanding of OHS.
• Previous catering/hospitality management experience in a hospital and retirement villages would be advantageous.
• Someone dynamic, creative and ready to make things happen.
• MUST HAVE OWN TRANSPORT AND LIVE IN AREA.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Planning, coordinating and deliver exceptional catering services
• Manage staff and ensure top-notch customer service
• Assist in Coffee Shop and functions
• Control stock, budgets and operational efficiency
• Innovate with menus and presentation to wow our clients

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Menu development

Communication

IDDSI understanding

OHS awareness

First-Aid certificate

Hospitality management experience

Transport available

Local resident

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Careserv in Benoni is seeking an energetic Catering Manager to lead our team, plan and deliver catering services in hospital and retirement village environments. The role reports to the Project Manager and requires a hands-on approach.

You will manage staff, budgets, stock, and menus, ensuring top-notch service while maintaining safety standards. Must have own transport and reside in the area.