Catering Service Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Growth opportunities

Vibrant Upington scene

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Catering Service Manager to lead operations in Upington, ensuring top-quality food and beverage service for catered events. You will manage a team, coordinate event setups, and interact with clients to guarantee satisfaction, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by events.

This leadership role offers growth within a growing catering business in Upington, contributing to its reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality management, particularly catering service roles.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by events.
• Proactive problem-solving with a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of catering service delivery from event setup to breakdown.
• Lead, train, and motivate service staff to maintain exceptional standards.
• Manage beverage and food service operations focusing on quality, presentation, and timeliness.
• Liaise with clients on-site to address needs and ensure seamless event flow.
• Maintain inventory and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Hospitality management

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and service-oriented Catering Service Manager to lead their operations in Upington . This role focuses on ensuring the highest quality of food and beverage service for all catered events. You will manage a team of service staff, coordinate event setups, and interact directly with clients to guarantee their satisfaction. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality, possesses strong leadership skills, and excels at creating memorable guest experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a growing catering business in the Upington area, contributing to its reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of catering service delivery, from event setup to breakdown.
• Lead, train, and motivate service staff to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
• Manage beverage and food service operations, ensuring quality, presentation, and timeliness.
• Liaise with clients on-site to address needs and ensure seamless event flow.
• Maintain inventory of service supplies and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations .

Requirements

• Proven experience in hospitality management, particularly in catering service roles.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills .
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to quality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a catering service team.
• Gain valuable experience in event and hospitality management .
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.
• Contribute to the vibrant culinary scene in Upington .