Industrial Site Catering Lead: Balanced Meals & Cost Control

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company medical aid

Skills development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Site Catering Chef to manage food service operations on a large industrial site in Mahikeng, North West. The role emphasizes nutritious, well-prepared meals under challenging conditions, with budget oversight and strict hygiene standards.

You will lead a kitchen team, plan menus, control stock, and coordinate with site management to meet catering requirements and ensure timely meal delivery to service points on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years of experience as a Chef in industrial or institutional catering.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing and inventory management.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP) and OHS practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality, balanced meals for industrial site workers according to menus and schedules.
• Manage all aspects of food production including planning, cooking, and presentation.
• Oversee inventory control, procurement of supplies, and cost management to meet budget targets.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff; foster a collaborative work environment.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization of facilities and equipment.
• Adapt menus to accommodate diverse dietary needs and preferences.

Skills

Industrial catering experience

Menu planning

Food costing

Budget management

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Record-keeping

Education

Culinary qualification

Extensive equivalent experience

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Site Catering Chef to manage food service operations on a large industrial site in Mahikeng, North West. The role emphasizes nutritious, well-prepared meals under challenging conditions, with budget oversight and strict hygiene standards.

You will lead a kitchen team, plan menus, control stock, and coordinate with site management to meet catering requirements and ensure timely meal delivery to service points on site.