Remote National Catering Operations Executive

Placements24; Soweto; Híbrido; ZAR 2.500.000 - 4.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive health coverage

Performance bonuses

Retirement benefits

Fully remote role

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a visionary and strategic Remote Catering Operations Director to steer nationwide operations from a fully remote capacity. The role requires 10+ years in senior operations leadership within catering, managing multi-site operations, and a passion for food safety and service excellence.

You will set operational strategy, optimize efficiency, lead a dispersed team, and oversee multimillion rand budgets while driving ROI and stakeholder satisfaction from your home office.

Formación

• 10+ years of senior operations leadership experience in catering or related hospitality industry.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-site catering operations.
• Strong background in strategic planning, budget management, and operational optimisation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, quality management systems, and supply chain best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management with remote teams.
• Data-driven decision making and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with advanced operational management software and technology solutions.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies to enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability across all catering divisions.
• Oversee national catering operations including logistics, supply chain management, quality control, and health & safety compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a geographically dispersed team of operational managers and staff.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to drive operational excellence and achieve business objectives.
• Manage multi-million rand operational budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and ROI.
• Foster relationships with vendors, clients, and internal departments.
• Drive innovation in processes and service delivery through new technologies and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to food safety regulations, certifications, and nationwide quality standards.
• Conduct regular virtual performance reviews and provide strategic guidance to regional teams.
• Develop crisis management plans and ensure business continuity for all operations.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Operations leadership

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Educación

MBA or Masters in Hospitality Management

Tertiary qualification in related field

Herramientas

Operational management software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a visionary and strategic Remote Catering Operations Director to steer nationwide operations from a fully remote capacity. The role requires 10+ years in senior operations leadership within catering, managing multi-site operations, and a passion for food safety and service excellence.

You will set operational strategy, optimize efficiency, lead a dispersed team, and oversee multimillion rand budgets while driving ROI and stakeholder satisfaction from your home office.