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SUMMARY:

Are you the kind of leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves people as much as good food, and knows how to bring calm to chaos?

We’re not just looking for a

Recruiter:

AF Consulting

Job Ref:

Her000190/AF

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Location:

Hermanus, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:

Are you the kind of leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves people as much as good food, and knows how to bring calm to chaos?

We’re not just looking for a Senior Catering Manager — we’re looking for someone who can lead with heart , manage with precision , and serve with purpose .

This role is central to everything we do — from the hum of a busy kitchen to the quiet details behind the scenes. You’ll manage not only food and coffee but people, systems, and experiences. Think less “clock-in, clock-out” and more ownership, impact, and leadership .

POSITION INFO:

Role: Senior Catering Manager

Location: Hermanus Western Cape

Salary: TBC

What your days might look like:

• Steering a full kitchen and coffee shop operation — no two days are ever the same
• Supporting your team with hands-on guidance and honest leadership
• Balancing the books, stock, and schedules while still making time for a customer conversation
• Coordinating functions that make people feel seen, celebrated, and cared for
• Overseeing customer accounts and ensuring efficient, accurate billing
• Keeping things clean, safe, and always up to standard — from the laundry to the last cup of coffee
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
• Managing suppliers, deliveries, and budget controls with precision
  
  

• A seasoned leader with at least 5–8 years’ experience in a similar senior management role — ideally in a hospital, healthcare, or high-volume catering environment
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, stock control, portioning, waste reduction, and menu costing
• Experience in running a coffee shop, with a focus on customer service, quality control, and daily operations
• Skilled in coordinating functions and events — from planning to execution
• Knowledgeable in special dietary requirements and how to integrate them into menu planning and service
• Proficient in Point-of-Sale systems, stock systems, and general computer literacy (MS Office, email, basic reporting)
• Experienced in HR processes, including payroll, discipline, staff supervision, and performance management
• Familiar with labour legislation and basic Industrial Relations (IR) procedures
• Excellent communicator — fluent in both English and Afrikaans
• Well-organised, solution-oriented, and calm under pressure
• Able and willing to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• A natural people-person who builds strong relationships with clients, staff, and suppliers
• Out-of-the-box thinker who thrives in environments where no two days are the same
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and own transport
• A formal qualification in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field will be a strong advantage
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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Catering Manager

Pretoria East

R20 000 - R25 000 CTC

Our client in the Hospitality Industry are looking for a Catering Manager to join their team

Recruiter:

Dante Personnel

Job Ref:

MP008201/LB

Date posted:

Monday, June 23, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Catering Manager

Pretoria East

R20 000 - R25 000 CTC

Our client in the Hospitality Industry are looking for a Catering Manager to join their team

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• Tertiary qualification in a related field will be advantageous
• 3 Years’ experience in catering or hospitality management
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Experience with budgeting and cost control
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English
• Valid drivers license and own reliable transport
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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Job Advert Summary

• We are recruiting for a Catering Supervisor.
• The Catering Supervisor will be responsible for providing a safe working environment, adhering to Occupational Health and Safety, and Food Safety Environmental procedures, and ensuring they are always understood and practiced by the team.
• Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5,000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
• We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries.
• We customise our catering and services according to their needs.
• Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
• We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.
• Must have Tertiary culinary qualification
• Must have Previous 3-5 years supervisory experience advantageous
• Excellent food skills required and experience.
• Operational Standards : Performance management, financial analysis, Computer proficiency & Human Resources
• Entrepreneurial skills : Strategic management, Outcome focus & Productivity
• Interpersonal Skills : Client / customer interface, Managing Group process & Communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain a motivated team in a dynamic environment
• Own transport & a valid driver's license
• Must be able to work shifts and / or weekends

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising all aspects of meal preparation, clean-up, and general upkeep of the kitchen
• Preparing food and all associated cooking (including special dietary meals, menu planning and portion controls)
• Organising and supervising a food service, (preparing and cooking) portioning control of meals and provision of special dietary meals
• Ensuring opening and closing down procedures are followed correctly
• Maintaining good working relationships with team and colleagues as well as residents
• Ensure that all team members comply to licensing legislation Organising and supervising a food service
• Controlling hygiene, health and safety including security of the kitchen, its surrounds, and customer facing areas.
• Ensuring that the catering areas cleanliness is followed using cleaning schedules

Our client is seeking an experienced Regional Head Chef to join the Grahamstown team,

• Lead and manage a team of 7 Function Chefs, ensuring effective roster scheduling, supervision, staff development and training requiring excellent planning and organizing from your side at all times.
  
• Oversee operations for 12 kitchens across multiple locations, ensuring high standards in food preparation, menu planning, and overall kitchen management.
  
• Oversee the day-to-day kitchen operations at the Coffee Shop.
  
• Manage all financial aspects of the Coffee Shop, including daily costings, budgeting, cash-ups and banking.
  
• Implement and uphold food safety, hygiene, and HACCP regulations.
  
• Planning, organize, and execute large-scale, upmarket events, including multiple three-course plated functions.
  
• Develop a diverse range of event menus (canapés, three-course, five-course plated, and buffet-style) tailored to client needs and preferences.
  
• Create and manage three-week term menus for schools and A La Carte menus for an upscale 180-seater restaurant.
  
• Draft, test and standardize recipes for 12 kitchens ensuring consistency and best quality.
  
• Run and manage the pass at our upmarket Restaurant during service time to ensure smooth kitchen operations during high-volume periods.
  
• Oversee inventory management including stock ordering & control.
  
• Manage cost control measures for all client functions.
  
• Coordinate the workflow across 12 catering kitchens/units and the 180-seater restaurant, ensuring smooth operations during busy service times.
  
• Conduct staff training in culinary techniques, health and safety procedures, and recipe execution.
  
• Prepare and attend client meetings, addressing function requests, food queries, and menu changes ensuring customer satisfaction.
  
• Manage work schedules for function Chefs ensuring efficient and timely food production.
  
• Chair disciplinary hearings and manage staff-related issues, fostering a productive and harmonious work environment.
  
• Traveling to Port Elizabeth and Queenstown to execute functions and events.
  

Desired Skills:

• Grade 12
• Qualification
• Min 5 yrs exp

Desired Qualification Level:

• Diploma

About The Employer:

We are recruiting for a Catering Manager for Durban. The Catering Manager will be responsible for guiding the kitchen staff to perform efficiently, establishing standard menu options and recipes, ordering the necessary food and supplies, and overseeing kitchen and line staff. Ensure high quality of food preparation, presentation, and service, meeting all Feedem standards by achieving all quality and star grading standards in all areas of responsibility.

Established in (Year) , Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa managing over (Number) sites and employing more than 5,000 people, including dieticians, chefs, human capital specialists, and hygiene experts.

We provide a wide range of catering and related services to clients across various industries, customizing our offerings to meet their needs.

Our services are delivered with confidence, underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all relevant industry standards and regulations.

We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley, and Bloemfontein.

The Main Purpose of the job

The 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 maintaining an overall understanding of HACCP.

Education and Experience Required

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in progressive or kitchen management is compulsory.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.
• Experience in hospital settings is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of HSE is advantageous.
• Knowledge of special diets is compulsory.
• Healthcare experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Knowledge of catering environments, from fine dining to restaurant services.
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws.
• Customer service skills.
• Management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Exceptional event management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and reduce soft costs.
• Computer literacy.
• HSE knowledge.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Assist with implementing the production process.
• Assist in managing food and labour costs.
• Maintain an overall understanding of HACCP.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage kitchen brigade.
• Assist in managing strategic and day-to-day operations.

Note: Empact Group is committed to employment equity and will prioritize candidates in accordance with legislation and equity requirements.

By applying, all personal data provided will be securely stored and processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPI).

The Main Purpose of the job

The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the assigned unit in accordance with sector strategy, contract specifications, and statutory regulations. The candidate would implement the food production process, a great quality food service for clients and manage the execution of creative functions.

Education and Experience required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or hospitality or culinary arts is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years hospital catering experience is vital
• Experience in highly commercial and sensitive markets is compulsory
• Project Management experience in a hospitality/catering industry would be an advantage
• Implementation of change programmes, unit mobilization experience is advantageous
• Experience of working within brand guidelines to deliver results
• Experience in costing, budgets, forecasts and invoicing is advantageous
• Proven experience in managing successful departments/teams
• Driver’s License is required

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the catering environment
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific laws
• Customer service skills
• Management skills
• Communication skills
• Ability to arrange exceptional functions
• Ability to balance the budget and save on soft costs
• Ability to draft and extract reports
• Profit improvement skills an absolute must

Key areas of responsibility:

• Managing daily operations of the assigned unit in accordance with sector strategy, contract specifications, and statutory regulations
• Implementation of the food production process
• Provide great quality service to clients
• Manage the execution of creative functions
• Menu planning, standardisation, adoption and costing
• Monitor the kitchen to ensure the cooks are using standardized recipes and quality of food is of the highest standard
• Managing the Food GP’s as per the budgeted targets
• Managing the unit’s budgets to ensure that the budgeted targets are met monthly
• Implementation of minimum & maximum stock levels to controls stock days
• Managing the HSE daily to ensure all records are up to date
• Managing People (i.e. staffing – workforce planning, payroll administration, leave management, performance management)
• Managing Customer Experience (through surveys and using data to improve the service offering)
• Strict management of service levels to client SLA

The Main Purpose of the job

The successful incumbent will be responsible to assist with all food service-related activities which include managing daily operations of the kitchen area, implementation of the production process, managing food/labour costs, and an overall understanding of HACCP.

Education and Experience required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory.
• Minimum 3 Years of experience of progressive/kitchen management is compulsory.
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory.
• High Volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.
• Hospital experience advantage.
• Strong knowledge of HSE is advantageous.
• Special diets knowledge is compulsory.
• Must have healthcare experience.

• 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 save on soft costs.
• Computer literate.
• 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/labour costs.
• Overall understanding of HACCP.
• To develop and plan menus.
• Kitchen brigade management.
• Assist in the management of the strategic and day to day operations of the operation.

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 that you provide to the Company will be held and/ or stored securely for the purpose of recruitment. Your Personal Information will be stored electronically in a database. Where appropriate, some information may be retained in hard copy. In either event, storage will be secure and audited regularly regarding the safety and security of the information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPI”).

The Main Purpose of the Job

The 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 maintaining an overall understanding of HACCP standards.

Education and Experience Required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory.
• Minimum of 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 in managing daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Assist with the implementation of the production process.
• Assist in managing food and labour costs.
• Maintain an overall understanding of HACCP.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Manage the kitchen brigade.
• Assist in managing the 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.

All personal information provided by applicants will be stored securely in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPI), and handled with confidentiality.