Catering Operations Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Dynamic operation

Bonuses and incentives

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Catering Operations Manager to lead extensive catering services in Mahikeng, South Africa. You will oversee daily operations, procurement, menu development, service delivery, and staff management to ensure profitability and exceptional quality.

We require a leader with strong operational background, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to drive efficiency across multiple service points. A relevant hospitality qualification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior management role within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in operational management, financial control, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, menu planning, and event execution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage challenges effectively.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management or a related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily catering operations, ensuring high standards of quality, service, and client satisfaction.
• Manage procurement, inventory control, and cost management to ensure profitability targets are met.
• Lead, train, and develop a diverse team of catering staff, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.

Skills

Senior management

Operational management

Financial control

Team leadership

Food safety standards

Menu planning

Event execution

Problem solving

Education

Hospitality Management degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and proactive Catering Operations Manager to lead their extensive catering services in Mahikeng . This role requires a leader with a strong operational background, capable of managing all facets of the catering business, from menu development and procurement to service delivery and staff management. You will be instrumental in ensuring profitability, maintaining exceptional quality standards, and driving operational efficiency across multiple service points. This is a pivotal position for an individual with a deep understanding of the catering industry and a proven ability to manage complex operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily catering operations, ensuring high standards of quality, service, and client satisfaction.
• Manage procurement, inventory control, and cost management to ensure profitability targets are met.
• Lead, train, and develop a diverse team of catering staff, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a senior management role within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in operational management, financial control, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, menu planning, and event execution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage challenges effectively.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package commensurate with the responsibilities of the role.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Management of a dynamic and diverse catering operation.
• Performance-based bonuses and other attractive incentives.
• A supportive management structure and a collaborative work environment.