Catering Operations Manager

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Hybrid work model

Health & retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Catering Operations Manager to lead comprehensive catering services in Kimberley. This hybrid role covers efficiency, profitability, menu development, procurement, staff management, and client relations, with on-site oversight of events.

The role drives operational excellence, manages budgets and suppliers, mentors culinary and service teams, and ensures health and safety compliance while building lasting client partnerships.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Catering Operations Management or a similar senior role.
• Proven expertise in P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary trends, food safety standards, and event logistics.
• Experience managing operations in a hybrid work setting, balancing remote strategy with on-site oversight.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of catering operations, from initial client consultation through to event execution and follow-up.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance service quality, efficiency, and profitability.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation for all catering activities.
• Lead, train, and mentor a diverse team of culinary and service staff to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations within the catering environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and clients, fostering loyalty and securing repeat business.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

P&L management

Team management

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Catering Operations Manager to lead their comprehensive catering services in Kimberley . This leadership role is responsible for the overall efficiency, profitability, and quality of all catering operations, including menu development, procurement, staff management, and client relations. You will drive operational excellence and innovation, ensuring our catering division consistently delivers outstanding experiences. The role operates under a hybrid model, allowing for strategic oversight and planning remotely, complemented by on-site management of teams and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of catering operations, from initial client consultation through to event execution and follow-up.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance service quality, efficiency, and profitability.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation for all catering activities.
• Lead, train, and mentor a diverse team of culinary and service staff to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations within the catering environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and clients, fostering loyalty and securing repeat business.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Catering Operations Management or a similar senior role in the hospitality sector.
• Proven expertise in P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary trends, food safety standards, and event logistics.
• Experience managing operations in a hybrid work setting, adept at balancing remote strategic tasks with on-site oversight.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Benefits

• A highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A strategic role offering autonomy and impact within a dynamic industry.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.
• Work in a hybrid model that provides flexibility and operational engagement.