Senior Catering Leader: Operations, Menu & Budgets

EnableSA Recruitment; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Catering Manager to oversee operations in a high-volume catering unit. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage financial aspects, and ensure exceptional food quality and client satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least five years of experience in a similar environment. Strong operational, financial, and team-management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar environment.
• Proven experience in managing successful departments/teams.
• Project management experience in hospitality/catering industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Ensure exceptional food quality and client satisfaction.
• Oversee menu planning, standardisation, and costing.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Financial management

Menu planning

Customer experience management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or hospitality or culinary arts

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Catering Manager to oversee operations in a high-volume catering unit. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage financial aspects, and ensure exceptional food quality and client satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least five years of experience in a similar environment. Strong operational, financial, and team-management skills are essential for this role.