Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Lead to oversee daily catering services and elevate quality across events. You will lead a team of catering professionals, manage resources, and drive best practices for service excellence and food safety in the Northern Cape.

The role requires strong operational leadership, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to client satisfaction, quality, and efficiency within a dynamic catering environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Catering Operations or Management role.
• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of catering operations, food safety, and service standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the catering department.
• Ensure efficient scheduling, deployment, and supervision of catering staff.
• Oversee food preparation, service, and presentation, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment, optimizing usage and minimizing waste.
• Implement and enforce strict health, safety, and sanitation protocols.
• Liaise with clients and the sales team to ensure event requirements are met flawlessly.
• Contribute to menu development and operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Client liaison

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and hands-on Catering Operations Lead to manage and elevate their catering services in Kimberley . This role is critical in overseeing the daily operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction across all catered events. You will lead a team of catering professionals, manage resources, and implement best practices to maintain the highest standards of service and food safety. This is a prime opportunity for a leader with a strong operational background to make a tangible impact and drive excellence in the catering sector within the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the catering department.
• Ensure efficient scheduling, deployment, and supervision of catering staff.
• Oversee food preparation, service, and presentation, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment, optimizing usage and minimizing waste.
• Implement and enforce strict health, safety, and sanitation protocols.
• Liaise with clients and the sales team to ensure event requirements are met flawlessly.
• Contribute to menu development and operational improvements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Catering Operations or Management role.
• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of catering operations, food safety, and service standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave allowances.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Kimberley .