Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Catering Operations Lead to manage and optimize catering services in Benoni and beyond, with remote oversight and coordination. You will lead and motivate teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement process improvements to enhance service delivery for clients.

The role requires strong strategic thinking in operations management, proven leadership, and the ability to drive excellence in a fast-paced catering environment from a remote management

Qualifications

• Significant experience in operations management within catering or food service.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory control, and QA.
• Ability to analyze data and drive improvements remotely.
• Proficiency with operational software and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily catering operations ensuring efficiency, quality, and standards.
• Lead, train, and mentor operational staff to high performance.
• Manage inventory, procurement and supplier relationships to optimize costs and quality.
• Develop and implement strategies and process improvements for service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.
• Monitor performance metrics and take corrective actions remotely when needed.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Supply chain

Inventory control

Quality assurance

Data-driven improvements

Remote collaboration tools

Operational software

Tools

ERP software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Catering Operations Lead to manage and optimize their catering services in the Benoni area and beyond, with a focus on remote oversight and coordination. This leadership role is critical for ensuring the efficiency, quality, and profitability of our catering operations. You will lead and motivate operational teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement process improvements to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong background in operations management and a proven ability to drive excellence in a fast-paced catering environment, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction from a remote management perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily catering operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Lead, train, and mentor operational staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Manage inventory, procurement, and supplier relationships to optimize costs and ensure quality.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and process improvements for enhanced service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food handling regulations.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

• Significant experience in Operations Management, preferably within the catering or food service industry.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory control, and quality assurance.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in operational software and remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to analyze data and implement data-driven improvements for the Benoni operations, even when working remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Remote work flexibility combined with potential for on-site oversight when necessary.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a dynamic industry.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of catering operations.