Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career development

Stimulating work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Catering Operations Lead to manage and drive excellence in all aspects of catering services from procurement to service delivery. You will lead a dedicated team, oversee inventory, and ensure profitability while maintaining high quality and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of catering operations, health and safety standards, and a passion for delivering outstanding culinary experiences across the Northern Cape region.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in catering operations management or a similar leadership role.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of financial management, including budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the catering department, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Oversee inventory management, including procurement, storage, and cost control of food and supplies.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the catering team to achieve high performance standards.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and maintain quality.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with sales and event planning teams to ensure successful event execution and client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Food safety

Operations management

Problem solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and dynamic Catering Operations Lead to manage and drive excellence in their catering services based in Kimberley . This leadership role involves overseeing all operational aspects, from procurement and inventory management to team supervision and service delivery, ensuring efficiency and profitability. You will be instrumental in maintaining our high standards of quality and customer satisfaction, leading a dedicated team to execute successful catering events throughout the Northern Cape region. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of catering operations, and a passion for delivering outstanding culinary experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the catering department, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Oversee inventory management, including procurement, storage, and cost control of food and supplies.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the catering team to achieve high performance standards.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and maintain quality.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with sales and event planning teams to ensure successful event execution and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Significant experience in catering operations management or a similar leadership role in the hospitality industry.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of financial management, including budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and vacation days.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A stimulating and rewarding work environment in Kimberley .