Head Caterer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Head Caterer to lead culinary and service teams for events around Soweto. You will set the culinary direction, train staff, and ensure exceptional service and profitability.

Responsibilities include designing menus, managing kitchen operations, and controlling costs while upholding health and safety standards to deliver outstanding client experiences at diverse events.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as Head Caterer, Catering Manager or Executive Chef.
• Expertise in menu development and culinary techniques.
• Strong leadership and cost-control abilities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and service experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design creative, high-quality menus for diverse events.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including production, quality control, and inventory.
• Lead, train, and mentor catering staff.
• Manage event logistics from setup to breakdown.
• Control food and labor costs to meet budgets.
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Inventory management

Budget planning

Staff training

Health & safety

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Head Caterer to lead their culinary and service teams for events in and around Soweto . This leadership role involves conceptualizing exceptional menus, managing all aspects of food preparation and service delivery, ensuring client satisfaction, and maintaining operational efficiency and profitability. You will be responsible for setting the culinary direction, training and motivating staff, and upholding the highest standards of quality and presentation. This is a pivotal opportunity for a dedicated catering professional to make a significant impact and drive the success of diverse events.

Key Responsibilities

• Design creative, high-quality menus appropriate for a wide range of events and client preferences.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including food production, quality control, and inventory management.
• Lead, train, and mentor catering staff, fostering a professional and efficient team environment.
• Manage event logistics from setup to breakdown, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Control food and labor costs to achieve budgetary goals while maintaining quality.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Requirements

• Significant experience as a Head Caterer , Catering Manager, or Executive Chef in a relevant setting.
• Expertise in menu development, food preparation, and culinary techniques.
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in cost control, inventory management, and budget planning.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• A passion for delivering outstanding food and service experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to lead culinary innovation for exciting events in Soweto .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment.