Head Caterer: Lead Culinary Innovation for Soweto

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

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.