Assistant Catering Manager

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.
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 save on soft costs.
Computer literate.
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.