Catering Project Manager - Large-Scale Operations

Empact Group

Midrand

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Empact Group in Midrand is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee catering and hospitality projects across industrial sites and centralized kitchens serving 2000+ people. You will drive execution, optimize processes, and manage stakeholder relationships in a high-demand environment.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Hospitality or related fields, at least 5 years in catering project management, and strong financial planning, budgeting and workforce management skills.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of catering project management experience, preferably in commercial/industrial settings.
  • Experience managing large-scale kitchen operations serving 2000+ individuals.
  • Strong cost control, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting capabilities.
  • Experience adhering to brand guidelines and driving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee catering and hospitality projects from initiation to completion, aligned with objectives.
  • Manage unit mobilization, change programs and large-scale food production processes.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards; maintain records.
  • Monitor procurement, stock levels and supply chain efficiency; lead workforce planning and payroll activities.

Skills

Project management
Stakeholder engagement
Operational leadership
Data analysis

Education

Hospitality / Food & Beverage / Culinary Arts qualification

Job description

Empact Group in Midrand is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee catering and hospitality projects across industrial sites and centralized kitchens serving 2000+ people. You will drive execution, optimize processes, and manage stakeholder relationships in a high-demand environment.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Hospitality or related fields, at least 5 years in catering project management, and strong financial planning, budgeting and workforce management skills.

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