Kitchen Management Specialist

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Empact Group Full time

The successful applicant will be responsible for all aspects of food service-related activities.

This includes managing daily operations of the kitchen area, implementation of the production process, and managing food/labour costs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food and beverage services or culinary arts and a minimum of 3 years of experience in progressive/kitchen management.

The following skills and qualifications are required for this role:

  • Knowledge of the catering environment ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining
  • Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws
  • Excellent customer service skills and people management skills
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to balance budgets and save on costs


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