Lead Mobile Catering Unit & Own Your Route

Placements24

South Africa

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contribution
Performance incentives
Autonomy managing mobile unit

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a resourceful Mobile Catering Unit Manager to oversee the Queenstown-based mobile catering operation in the Eastern Cape. This hands-on role covers food preparation, service, sales, and unit maintenance, with responsibility for menu planning and customer service from a mobile platform.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service operations, staff management, and problem solving, capable of thriving in a fast-paced on-the-go environment while

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years in food service management or catering operations.
  • Experience with mobile or remote catering operations is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety standards for food operations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of the mobile catering unit (food prep, service, sales).
  • Plan menus considering mobile kitchen constraints and efficiency.
  • Manage inventory, stock ordering and cost control to maximise profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Lead a small team, provide training and deliver excellent customer service.
  • Maintain the mobile unit and equipment, including routine upkeep.

Skills

Leadership
Customer service
Communication
Inventory management
Decision making
Team supervision
Problem solving

Tools

Basic vehicle/mechanical knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a resourceful Mobile Catering Unit Manager to oversee the Queenstown-based mobile catering operation in the Eastern Cape. This hands-on role covers food preparation, service, sales, and unit maintenance, with responsibility for menu planning and customer service from a mobile platform.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food service operations, staff management, and problem solving, capable of thriving in a fast-paced on-the-go environment while

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