Coffee Shop Supervisor

Empact Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A food services management company in East London is seeking a management professional to oversee the smooth operation of a coffee shop and kitchen production. This role requires strong management and communication skills, with a focus on maintaining menu consistency and effective inventory control. Candidates must hold a matric and have a relevant tertiary qualification, along with at least 2 years of kitchen management experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in progressive/kitchen management.
• Must be computer literate.
• Experience with stock control, ordering, and receiving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee smooth operation of Coffee Shop and kitchen production.
• Maintain consistency for all menu items.
• Monitor inventory and ensure cost control.

Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of the catering environment

Computer literacy

Education

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts

Job description

Overview

The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing smooth operation of Coffee Shop, kitchen production, maintain consistency in all menu items and monitoring inventory and customer satisfaction.

Desirable Education And Experience

• Matric is essential
• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory
• Minimum 2 Years’ experience of progressive/kitchen management is compulsory
• Must be computer literate
• Experience with stock control, ordering and receiving

Knowledge, Skills And Competencies

• Knowledge of the catering environment ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining
• Knowledge of South African and industry specific laws
• Management Skills
• Communication Skills
• Computer literate

Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Oversee smooth operation of Coffee Shop and kitchen production
• Maintain consistency for all menu items
• Monitoring inventory, ordering, stock taking and stock balancing
• To ensure portion control, preparation and storage methods thereby avoid waste and keep costs down
• Delivering excellent service
• To assist in all food production areas with basic food preparation in accordance with menu requirements
• To assist in completion of relevant paperwork reproduction and wastage sheets, cleaning records, etc
• To do regular stock takes as and when required
• To maintain temperature records as required and to report any variance
• Analyse and manage effectively all in unit costs
• All food wastage to be recorded and minimised
• Be prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other duties as required
• Support, train, coach and develop team
• Submit weekly/monthly returns as per deadlines
• Cash Control and Banking to be done in line with company protocols.