Catering Manager

The Main Purpose of the jobThe successful incumbent will be responsible for assisting with all food service-related activities, including managing daily kitchen operations, implementing the production process, managing food and labour costs, and ensuring compliance with HACCP standards.Education and Experience required:Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory.Minimum 3 years of progressive/kitchen management experience is compulsory.Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory.High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.Hospital experience is an advantage.Strong knowledge of HSE is advantageous.Knowledge of special diets is compulsory.Must have healthcare experience.Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:Knowledge of the catering environment, ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining.Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws.Customer service skills.Management skills.Communication skills.Exceptional functions skills.Ability to balance the budget and reduce soft costs.Computer literacy.HSE knowledge.Key areas of responsibility:Assist with managing daily operations of the assigned unit.Assist with implementation of the production process.Assist with managing food and labour costs.Maintain overall understanding of HACCP.Develop and plan menus.Manage kitchen brigade.Assist in managing strategic and day-to-day operations of the unit.Empact Group is committed to Employment Equity in line with legislation and will give first preference to candidates as per Equity requirements.By applying for a role within Empact Group (Proprietary) Limited, all personal information provided will be stored securely for recruitment purposes, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 ("POPI").#J-18808-Ljbffr