Catering Manager Talent Pool - Overberg (Healthcare)

Empact Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in South Africa seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations and manage food service activities. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in food services, at least 3 years of kitchen management experience, and must have knowledge of HACCP standards. Experience in high-volume operations is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in progressive kitchen management.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results.
• Knowledge of HSE standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of the catering environment

Customer service skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Ability to manage budgets

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 of 3 years' experience in progressive kitchen management is compulsory.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory.
• Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations is highly desirable.
• Hospital experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of HSE standards is advantageous.
• Knowledge of special diets is compulsory.
• Must have healthcare experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the catering environment, from fine dining to restaurant dining.
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws.
• Customer service skills.
• Management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Exceptional functional 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 an overall understanding of HACCP.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage the kitchen brigade.
• Assist in the strategic and day-to-day management of operations.

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

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