Trending Jobs: HCS Africa Job Vacancy : Catering Manager

Saturday, 22 September 2018

Our client, an Educational Institution seeks to recruit a Catering Manager to oversee the successful running of the catering services at the school.

Ensure adherence to company health, safety, and hygiene policies when carrying out job operations
liaise with chefs to plan various menus for the school
To ensure that the service provided exceeds the required standards for food safety, nutritional values, portion control and healthy eating.
Oversee the procurement and management of food items required for a catering project
Supervise staff operations to ensure compliance with set standards of quality and service
Plan, prepare, and manage financial budgets to meet set targets
Manage, plan and co-ordinate all activities that require the involvement or provision of catering services.
To lead in the cooking and preparation of school meals.
Have the responsibility for the day to day management of kitchen staff.
Have responsibility for ordering catering supplies as required.
Monitor and manage inventory to ensure stock is available when required
Oversee the interviewing, hiring, and training of catering employees
Setting and monitoring budgets and maintaining financial and administrative records.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel and Catering Management
At least four years’ experience in similar role in a school or similar institution.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Management experience within a similar environment and knowledge of working within schools
Strong organizational and time management skills combined with a high level of initiative
Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer services
Good at thinking quickly and sorting out problems on the spot, and the ability to stay calm in a crisis
Financial, budgeting and stock-taking skills
Knowledge of food, food hygiene (including HACCP) and food preparation.