Catering Manager

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


Job Summary KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Menu & Nutritional Planning

  • Collaborate with nutritionists and chefs to develop menus that support healthy eating and corporate wellness goals
  • Adjust offerings for dietary restrictions (e.g., vegan, gluten-free, low-GI)
Corporate Catering
  • Coordinate daily breakfast/lunch services, meetings, and executive boardroom catering
  • Manage catering for internal events, workshops, and VIP functions
  • Ensure on-time delivery and professional presentation
Wellness Event Support
  • Oversee catering for wellness programs (e.g., yoga retreats, mindfulness sessions, fitness challenges)
  • Support health-aligned meal plans for wellness centre participants
Team Leadership
  • Supervise, train, and schedule catering staff
  • Maintain a positive and motivated work environment
Operations & Budget Management
  • Manage food and supply budgets, sourcing high-quality ingredients
  • Monitor cost-efficiency without compromising health or quality
  • Maintain inventory and ordering processes
Compliance & Quality Control
  • Ensure hygiene standards and food safety compliance (HACCP-aligned)
  • Oversee cleanliness of kitchen and service areas
  • Conduct regular quality checks and feedback reviews
REQUIREMENTS
  • Tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or Nutrition (an added advantage)
  • Minimum 5 years + in a catering management or hospitality supervisory role (Essential)
  • Knowledge of nutrition and wellness-oriented meal planning
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent communication and client service skills
  • Computer literate (Microsoft Office, basic catering software)
RUMUNERATION
R15,000 To R20,000 Per Month (Negotiable depending on experience and or qualification)
Top Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1429085
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R15000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned