24 Kitchen Operations jobs in South Africa

Recruiter:
Recruitment Solutions

Job Ref:
LW11OM

Date posted:
Saturday, October 18, 2025

Location:
Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:
R per annum - highly negotiable

SUMMARY:
Be the 2IC to the owner, assisting this busy Catering Company with all aspects of the catering process for various lunchtime events, Monday to Friday, 07h00 - 17h00.

POSITION INFO:
The position is based in Cape Town CBD, and we are recruiting for a dynamic, energetic Operations manager, who has experience within the Hospitality trade. The company is growing and you will be the '''hands-on" assistant to the owner. A fast-paced establishment that currently has a team of 18 staff that you will manage and inspire. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 07h00 - 17h00 - no evenings. If you are a team player with a solution-driven mindset, you might just be the right person for this role.

Great opportunity with growth potential.

Requirements:

• Matric with excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Relevant experience within Management in the hospitality space
• Enjoy being hands-on, working with a dynamic team
• Ability to assist with developing new processes and controls
• Ability to work in Cape Town city centre

Duties:

Oversee all aspects of catering for events, menu planning and ideas, budget management and staff supervision.

• Meet the clients to understand their needs, tailor menus to specific requirements and budgets, and arrange tastings
• Recruit, train and manage catering staff, create work schedules and rotas, and ensure the team meets quality standards
• Develop and manage budgets, control costs, handle stock and track expenses
• Plan and execute all event logistics, including food preparation, transportation of equipment and supplies, and setup/teardown at event venues
• Ensure all operations comply with food hygenie and health and safety regulations, and monitor the quality of food and service
• Meet with and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, and negotiate contracts
• Handle administrative duties such as bookkeeping, client communication and managing inventory

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Team Player
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and health standards
• Financial literacy and business acumen
• Customer-focused mindset
• Ability to ensure high-quality service and customer satisfaction

If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. Forward your CV by applying directly to this ad. Please note that suitable candidates will be emailed an application form and also contacted telephonically to discuss. Thank You.

The Operations & Restaurant Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the venue and bistro, ensuring smooth running by managing staff across various departments like, food & beverage and maintenance, while prioritizing guest satisfaction through high service standards, budget control, and adherence to operational policies and procedures; they also handle staff training, complaint resolution, and maintaining property upkeep to optimise guest experience and profitability.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Liaising with Project Manager and Head of Sales to execute event bookings in venue as well as with the clients to determine and finalise event requirements.

• Ensure that the department delivers a consistently high standard of client service. Also, achieve business objectives and maximise the profitability of all outlets. Maintain effective cost controls in all areas.

• Plan and direct the main operations including quality, standards, cleanliness, client satisfaction.

• Work alongside Director to ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day operations.

• Be responsible for maximising profit through the consistent delivery of the highest standard of service.

• Be responsible for all the day-to-day queries, complaints or problems that arise in the business.

• Promote a positive employee relations culture through effective communication and regular team meetings.

• Manage and schedule staff for events.

• On-the-day staff management at various events after hours and weekends.

• Manage venue site visits with clients.

• Maintain and build client relationships in the events and hospitality industry.

• Ensuring that the venue and facilities are clean and organised.

• Liaising with catering services and supervising their requirements and logistics.

• Communicating and enforcing all Zeitz MOCAA Museum regulations and protocols.
  • Ensure all operational processes are executed to the best of your ability.

• Manage inventory levels of supplies and equipment, coordinating with vendors to maintain proper stock.

• Generate reports for senior management on key performance indicators and identify areas for improvement

Requirements:

• Ability to work under pressure, with difficult clients and to multitask and remain calm in stressful situations.

• Excellent promotional ability and knowledge of marketing channels and techniques.

• Great interpersonal and communication abilities.

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.

• Great problem-solving skills

• Strong negotiation skills and leadership abilities.

• Willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays.

• Good knowledge of events and hospitality industry

• Excellent administrative skills and proper knowledge of Xero, Microsoft office

and iOS systems.

• Ability to work on various projects at a time.

• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

• A minimum of 3-5 year's experience in the hospitality or events industry preferred.

Qualifications:

Qualification in events management, hospitality, or similar preferred.

Salary:

R30 000 – R35 000 depending on experience

Job Location:

Full-time at Zeitz MOCAA Ocular Lounge and Events Space

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R30 000,00 - R35 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Hospitality or Events: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

We are recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team. The Food Service Assistant assists the Cooks and Chefs with food productions and preparations, serves food, and keeps the dining area and kitchen clean.

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.

Grade 12

1 -2-year experience in a similar role

Culinary qualification would be advantageous

• Assists in the preparation of meals, especially salads and desserts
• Places entrees, salads, desserts and other food on the serving line
• Keeps the serving line well-stocked and clean
• Stores and records food leftovers
• Keeps canteen tables, kitchen and other areas clean and orderly
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility

We are recruiting for a Food Service Assistant / Barista to prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, including various types of coffee and tea. The barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates.

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.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be able to work quickly and safely
• Have good communication skills
• Must be able to use simple arithmetic, follow directions, remember orders, read, and write
• Must be able to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Must have 3-5 years experience in similar role

• Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food and overhead costs.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products.
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
• Determine how beverages should be presented, and create decorative displays.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
• Hands on involvement with the focus of improving the cooking and overall standards of meals served
• Introduction of new trends in the industry that will uplift the standards and reduce cost of sales without affecting quality

We have an amazing opportunity for a Food Service Assistant to be based at one of our sites. The Food service assistant will execute a variety of tasks associated with food, production, front of house services and any general support needed regarding all Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.

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• To ensure that the Company & Statutory regulations regarding cleanliness & hygiene are complied with within all tasks undertaken.
• To ensure that the quality standards of both customer service and operating processes, health and safety standards and food standards are met.
• Assists in the preparation of meals, especially salads and desserts.
• Places entrees, salads, desserts and other food on the serving line.
• Keeps the serving line well-stocked and clean.
• May assist in training new employees.
• Stores and records food leftovers.
• Keeps canteen tables, kitchen and other areas clean and orderly.
• To ensure that customer expectations are met within the provisions of the contract.
• To ensure a high level of customer service within the area of responsibility.
• Where applicable, to ensure that stock in the designated area of responsibility is counted and signed over to the correct staff on the following shift.
• To carry out any reasonable request by management.
• To report and where possible take action when faced with customer and client complaints or compliments.
• To attend meetings and training courses as may be necessary.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
• Must be able to work night shift

• Interpersonal Skills: Client/customer interface
• Trustworthy and Reliable
• Attention to details
• Motivated
• Passion about service with a smile
• Must enjoy practical and methodical work
• Be honest and reliable
• Have good hand-eye coordination
• Be able to work quickly and safely
• Have good personal hygiene
• Be free from skin allergies to foods and detergents
• Have good communication skills
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Customer service orientated

• Matric
• 1 -2-year experience in a similar role
• Culinary qualification would be advantageous

We are recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team. The Food Service Assistant assists the Cooks and Chefs with food productions and preparations, serves food, and keeps the dining area and kitchen clean.

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.

Grade 12

1 -2-year experience in a similar role

Culinary qualification would be advantageous

• Assists in the preparation of meals, especially salads and desserts
• Places entrees, salads, desserts and other food on the serving line
• Keeps the serving line well-stocked and clean
• Stores and records food leftovers
• Keeps canteen tables, kitchen and other areas clean and orderly
• To carry out any reasonable request by management
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility

We are recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team. The Food Service Assistant assists the Cooks and Chefs with food productions and preparations, serves food, and keeps the dining area and kitchen clean.

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.

Department

University of Venda -> Vice Chancellor and Principal -> Deputy Vice Chancellor: Teaching and Learning -> Faculty of Health Sciences

Job Title

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

Post Level

Grade 8

Job Type

Support - Univen Funded

Closing Date

10/10/2025

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Hospitality Management/Food Service Management/Dietetics/Nutrition.
• At least 4 years of managing food and beverage operations.
• Food service management professional (FMP) accreditation will be an added advantage, but not compulsory.
• A driver's license is a requirement.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and guest services.
• Knowledge of the South African and industry-specific laws.
• Knowledge of food, food hygiene, and food preparation.
• Good business and commercial acumen.
• Strong leadership and motivating skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with guests and staff.
• The ability to think quickly, work in stressful circumstances, and stay calm in a crisis.
• Financial, budgeting, and stock-taking skills.
• Sound decision making and problem solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to forecast supplies as needed
• High level of initiative.

Duties:

1. Management of canteen operations

• Draw up plans for the canteen operations for approval by the Executive Dean/ Faculty Manager.
• Manage the implementation of operational plans and ensure that they are achieved.
• Managing inventory of food supplies and other consumables, ordering necessary supplies as needed, and receiving deliveries.

2. Budgetary and cost control

• Draw up budgets for the canteen for presentation to management.
• Manage canteen budgets according to set principles of the budget control in conjunction with the canteen supervisors and chef
• Maintain high turnover in the canteen through sales control measures and ensure that sales records are kept up to date
• Manage stock procurement effectively, making sure that the canteen is adequately stocked all the time
• Managing inventory, stock, and asset register control.
• Payment of suppliers

3. Food Safety Compliance Management

• Develop a food safety management plan
• Perform bi-annual food safety audits
• Ensure quarterly deep cleaning of kitchens and food service areas
• Ensure that quarterly swabs are done in the storerooms, kitchen, and food service areas.
• Ensure that all kitchen processes or food service areas adhere to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles.
• Ensure compliance with local (municipal by-laws), national (regulation R638), and international standards regarding food safety.
• Ensure regular training of staff/students on food safety practices

4. Training of students

• Ensure that the canteen meets the training needs of the Department of Nutrition through maintaining consistent high standards of food and beverage service, food preparation, health, and hygiene.
• Align strategic objectives of the Department of Nutrition with food and beverage training and operations requirements.
• In collaboration with the Department of Nutrition, prepare a WIL timetable for Nutrition (and Hospitality) students in the operational area.

5. Administration and supervision of staff

• Prepare monthly schedules for all operational areas as well as leave administration for all staff.
• Hiring and managing training and development needs of staff in conjunction with HR/ Faculty Manager to ensure high performance within the canteen
• Ensure the implementation of performance management processes in the unit.
• Supervise allocation of responsibilities to ensure optimum utilisation of human resources.

People are the foundation of our business. Stellenbosch Hotel is committed to treating everyone with fairness, respect, and an appreciation for their individuality. We seek out and collaborate with individuals who align with our values and demonstrate a strong potential for growth and development. By fostering an environment of clear roles, open communication, wellness, alignment, and transparency, we empower one another to thrive. This approach inspires pride, cultivates loyalty, and builds lasting relationships.

Food Service Ambassador

Stellenbosch | On-site

Fixed-term contract

The main part of your role will be to ensure our guests receive world-class service, award-winning cuisine and memorable experiences at our conference & events, room service, bars, restaurants, and lounge.

As our Food Service Ambassador, you will work in any food and beverage outlet, such as room service, lounge, restaurant and conference & events. Preparing the area for service, warmly welcoming and seating guests, and providing attentive service throughout their dining or conference experience will be part of your role. You will excel at creating personalised guest experiences, skillfully upselling products, and consistently meeting targets.

With your Matric Certificate, you have relevant experience at an upmarket restaurant in a 4* environment. Having worked across multiple functions, you have a background in using Pilotas well as food and beverage service operations skills, and youre able to work shifts. Your neat and professional appearance accompanies excellent communication and selling skills.

To apply, please click the apply button

Please apply by no later than close of business on03 October 2025.

If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks after the closing date of this advert, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements of our Employment Equity Plan