Mobile Catering Unit Manager - Festival & Outdoor Events

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Mobile Catering Unit Manager for operations in Mahikeng. You will oversee the daily running of a busy mobile catering unit, ensuring top service and consistent food quality at festivals and outdoor events.

You will lead a small team, manage food preparation, service delivery, inventory, and health and safety standards, with travel to various event locations as required. Prior outdoor event management experience is essential, along with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Experience in food service management.
• Background in high-volume outdoor events.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to event locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a mobile catering unit.
• Manage food prep, service delivery and inventory.
• Uphold health and safety standards at events.
• Lead a small team and ensure efficient workflow.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and expanding mobile catering operation specializing in festivals and outdoor events, is seeking a motivated Mobile Catering Unit Manager for their operations in **Mahikeng**. This hands-on role involves overseeing the daily operations of a catering unit, including food preparation, service delivery, inventory management, and maintaining health and safety standards. You will lead a small team, ensuring excellent customer service and efficient workflow during busy event periods. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service management, particularly in high-volume or outdoor event settings, and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills. A passion for food and a flexible approach to work, including willingness to travel to various event locations, are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a key part of a growing business in the **North West** province, delivering delicious food to diverse crowds.