Project Manager

Tsebo Solutions Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service sector is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee operations in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a strong business acumen, excellent client relations skills, and a minimum of five years' experience in a similar management role. Responsibilities include developing strategies to grow the business, managing financial aspects, and ensuring operational excellence. This position offers an opportunity to lead teams and drive performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• 2-3 years project or senior management experience in the healthcare sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to teams, ensuring financial and operational standards.
• Drive profit growth and manage human resources.

Skills

Business acumen

Client relations

Event management

High-quality mass production

Financial analysis

Human resources management

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Innovative approach

Education

Minimum matric qualification

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership to catering managers and their teams.
• Ensure the company image is projected through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product, and productivity.
• Develop medium and long-term strategies to grow the business in collaboration with the operations manager and district manager.
• Maintain compliance with the division's budgetary requirements within financial guidelines.
• Understand and manage all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Implement company standards, policies, and procedures in line with legislation.
• Operate effectively in stressful environments and perform well under pressure.
• Ensure quality control adheres to company standards.
• Oversee cash management, including control of debtors, stock checks, and cash checks.
• Drive profit growth across all areas of responsibility.
• Meet deadlines for submitting forecasts, profit and loss statements, etc.
• Manage human resources, including IR, training, development, and performance management.
• Maintain and improve operational standards as agreed.
• Ensure compliance with quality and star grading standards within the areas of responsibility, according to Tsebo grading checklist and KRAs within the performance management scheme.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the Biometrics system.
• Assist with any other duties outside the scope of responsibility as required.

Skills and Competencies

• Sound business acumen.
• Excellent client relations skills.
• Experience in upmarket functions and events management.
• Experience in high-quality mass production.
• Previous experience in the food service industry is essential.
• Operational standards include performance management, financial analysis, computer proficiency, and human resources.
• Entrepreneurial skills such as strategic management, outcome focus, and productivity.
• Interpersonal skills including client/customer interface, managing group processes, communication skills (verbal and written), and organizational skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Flexibility regarding working hours.
• Ability to build and maintain a motivated team in a dynamic environment.
• Innovative approach to streamlining systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• 2-3 years project or senior management experience in the healthcare sector.
• Minimum matric qualification.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent knowledge of industry legislation.
• Business management principles, including proven financial skills.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.
• Computer literacy and excellent people and customer service skills.
• Understanding of back-of-house and kitchen brigade operations.