Job Description

Closing Date: 2025-10-02
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
Catering Manager - Contract Catering - Grabouw
Are you a highly motivated and experienced Catering Manager looking for your next career move in the hospitality and catering industry? An exciting opportunity has become available for a dynamic professional to join a leading contract catering company in Grabouw, Western Cape.
The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing all food service-related activities, including the daily operations of the kitchen, implementation of the production process, and ensuring compliance with HACCP standards. You will manage food and labour costs, deliver exceptional catering services, and lead a strong team to maintain high standards in line with company goals.
Description
This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented Catering Manager with experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about excellent food quality and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the assigned catering unit.
• Oversee and implement the production process to maintain consistency and quality.
• Control and optimise food and labour costs.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP standards and all food safety regulations.
• Manage and coordinate functions and events to exceed client expectations.
• Provide strong leadership to staff, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
• Maintain excellent client and stakeholder relationships.

Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience Required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Hospitality and Catering Management (compulsory).
• Minimum of 3 years' progressive kitchen or catering management experience (compulsory).
• Proven track record of working within budget guidelines to deliver profitable results.
• Previous experience in high-volume, contract catering or complex foodservice operations is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of the catering environment, from fine dining to industrial/contract catering.
• In-depth knowledge of South African hospitality laws and industry-specific regulations.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on client satisfaction.
• Proven people management and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and train staff.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong event and function management skills.
• Financial acumen with the ability to balance budgets and control costs effectively.
• Computer literacy is essential (MS Office, catering systems, reporting tools).

Salary:
R16,000 - R18,000 per month (basic salary)
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and professional Catering Manager who wants to make an impact in the contract catering industry in South Africa. If you are passionate about food service, team leadership, and delivering top-quality catering solutions, then we want to hear from you!

Skills Required