Catering Unit Manager

**JOBCODECHA**

We are **URGENTLY** recruiting for a **Catering Unit Manager** to join our dynamic and fast-paced team at an upmarket retirement village unit.

The Catering Manager will be responsible for monitoring the quality of the food, ensuring service standards are met and making sure that the business unit performs well. They will also be required to assist with daily cooking tasks.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Discuss catering arrangements;
- Cooking and preparation of meals;
- Plan menu and communicate with staff;
- Daily costing sheets to be completed;
- Supervise the purchase, storage and issuing of stock;
- Supervise provision of all crockery, cutlery, detergents, kitchenware, etc.;
- Adequate stock control and security;
- Record keeping of payments, expenses, temperature logs, safety & hygiene documentation;
- Plan, coordinate and supervise activities of staff in dining room, kitchen and other areas;
- Manage staff, training and time schedules;
- Make sure that the dining room, kitchen, storage facilities and other work areas are kept clean;
- Attend to complaints concerning food and service.
- Matric certificate
- Relevant tertiary qualification in hospitality with experience in the catering sector
- Minimum of **3 years **of Chef and Catering Management experience;
- Good people management skills;
- Good knowledge of food safety & hygiene practices;
- Good knowledge of stock and cost control;
- Good knowledge of menu planning;
- Good knowledge of roles and responsibilities within the unit.

**Personal Attribute**:

- High level of personal cleanliness;
- Sober habits;
- Able to manage time and work under pressure;
- Able to remain calm and in control in difficult situations;
- Able to assist with daily cooking requirements;
- Able to adapt to changing role responsibilities when required;
- Able to actively participate in all kitchen activities;
- Resilient;
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced work culture;
- Flexible in terms of working hours (shifts & weekends);
- Excellent communication and organizational skills;
- Own transport is advantageous.

**Experience**:

- Catering Management : 2 years (required)

Application Deadline: 2024/04/30
Expected Start Date: 2024/04/30