Contract Catering Manager

Tsebo Solutions Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering solutions company in East London is seeking an experienced catering manager to oversee operations across various sites. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Hospitality Management, at least 2 years of experience in corporate catering, and possess strong financial management skills. Key responsibilities include menu planning, cost control, and maintaining client relationships to ensure outstanding service delivery. The role may require weekend work as necessary.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Catering, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in corporate/schools contract catering is non-negotiable.
• Food Safety and Health & Safety certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering operations across an assigned site.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and food safety regulations.
• Plan menus aligned with client requirements.
• Control costs for labour, food, and consumables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead and develop catering teams to deliver outstanding service.

Skills

Operational management

Financial management

Client relationship skills

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management

Experience in catering

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage catering operations across an assigned site (factory and offices).
• Ensure compliance with company standards, SLAs, and food safety regulations.
• Plan menus aligned with client requirements, dietary needs, and budgets.
• Control costs for labour, food, and consumables; monitor financial performance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings and reviews.
• Lead, motivate, and develop catering teams to deliver outstanding service.
• Be available to work weekends when required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong operational and financial management skills.
• Excellent client relationship and communication abilities.
• Leadership and team development capability.
• Knowledge of HACCP, health & safety, and catering legislation.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Catering, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in corporate/schools contract catering (non-negotiable).
• Food Safety and Health & Safety certification (advantageous).