Senior Catering Manager

Tsebo Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized catering solutions provider in Durban is seeking a Senior Catering Manager to oversee operations across two sites in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong leadership and excellent client relationship management skills. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in catering management, preferably in a multi-site environment, and possess solid financial administration skills. Join a dynamic team to ensure high-quality catering services and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in catering management, preferably in a multi-site environment.
• Strong functions and events management background.
• Solid financial administration skills (budgeting, cost control, reporting).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day catering operations across two sites.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery for both daily operations and functions/events.
• Maintain strong financial controls, including budgeting, cost management, and reporting.
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse and demanding clients.
• Lead and motivate teams to achieve operational excellence.

Skills

Catering operations management

Financial administration and reporting

Event and function planning

Staff leadership and development

Client relationship management

Education

Qualification in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

About Us

We are looking for an experienced Senior Catering Manager to oversee operations across two sites in Business and Industry Sector. This is a fast-paced environment requiring strong leadership, excellent client relationship management, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality catering services.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day catering operations across two sites. Ensure exceptional service delivery for both daily operations and functions/events. Maintain strong financial controls, including budgeting, cost management, and reporting. Build and maintain relationships with diverse and demanding clients, ensuring satisfaction and resolving issues promptly. Lead and motivate teams to achieve operational excellence. Uphold Tsebo standards for quality, safety, and compliance.

Skills and Competencies

Catering operations management. Financial administration and reporting. Event and function planning. Staff leadership and development. Client relationship management.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ experience in catering management, preferably in a multi-site environment. Strong functions and events management background. Solid financial administration skills (budgeting, cost control, reporting). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant qualification in Hospitality Management or related field (advantageous).