Job Description

Our organization is seeking to fill the role of Catering Unit Manager in the retirement sector.

The ideal candidate must possess exceptional leadership skills, be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and exhibit a compassionate demeanour.

Must have housekeeping/laundry experience Dementia feeding knowledge a benefit Must have old age home / retirement sector experience

Duties & Responsibilities:

Discuss catering arrangements; Cooking and preparation of meals; Plan menu and communicate with staff; Daily costing sheets to be completed; Supervise the purchase, storage and issuing of stock; Supervise provision of all crockery, cutlery, detergents, kitchenware, etc.; Adequate stock control and security; Record keeping of payments, expenses, temperature logs, safety & hygiene documentation; Plan, coordinate and supervise activities of staff in dining room, kitchen and other areas; Manage staff, training and time schedules; Make sure that the dining room, kitchen, storage facilities and other work areas are kept clean; Attend to complaints concerning food and service.

Candidate Requirements:

Matric certificate Relevant tertiary qualification in hospitality with experience in the catering sector Minimum of

3 years

of Chef and Catering Management experience; Good people management skills; Good knowledge of food safety & hygiene practices; Good knowledge of stock and cost control; Good knowledge of menu planning; Good knowledge of roles and responsibilities within the unit.

Personal Attribute:

High level of personal cleanliness; Sober habits; Able to manage time and work under pressure; Able to remain calm and in control in difficult situations; Able to assist with daily cooking requirements; Able to adapt to changing role responsibilities when required; Able to actively participate in all kitchen activities; Resilient; Able to thrive in a fast-paced work culture; Flexible in terms of working hours (shifts & weekends); Excellent communication and organizational skills; Great interpersonal skills; Own transport
Should you meet the attached requirements, please forward a copy of your updated CV, when applying. If you have not received a response from us within 2 weeks of your application, then please consider your application as unsuccessful. Thank you.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Must be very experienced, know how to cook and have knowledge of special diets. The successful candidate must be an innovative thinker with a proactive approach. They should also possess strong motivational skills. Have you worked in the retirement sector? Please motivate.
Experience:

Catering Management: 3 years (Required) Chef and professional cookery: 2 years (Required)
Location:

Fochville, Gauteng 2515 (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/05/31
Expected Start Date: 2025/05/31