We are in search of Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day operational management of a particular portfolio within the Catering Industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a high-quality standard of deliverables in line with site specific SLAxe2x80x99s, manage client relations, perform site visits, support and develop the site management. Overall responsibility is to ensure sites are managed according to budgeted costings and growth targets and to ensure all standards are adhered to in line with best practices. As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people xe2x80x93 the heart of Tsebo xe2x80x93 is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clientsxe2x80x99 needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.
Duties & Responsibilities
To provide effective leadership to catering manager and their team of catering staff
To ensure the company image is projected through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product and productivity
Develop medium and long-term strategies to grow the business in conjunction with the operations manager
Comply with the divisions budgetary requirements within the financial guidelines
Understand and maintain all financial aspects of the business xe2x80x93 budgeting, forecasting
Understand and implement company standards, policies and procedures in line with legislation
To work and operate in a stressful environment and perform well under pressure
Ensure quality control is in accordance with the company standards
Oversee cash management (control of debtors, stock checks and cash checks etc)
Effect profit growth in all areas of responsibility
Meeting agreed deadlines with regards to submission of forecasts, profit and lossxe2x80x99s etc
Human resources management (including I.R, training and development) and performance management
Operational standards xe2x80x93 Maintain and improve on operational standards as agreed
Meeting all quality / star grading standards within the areas of responsibility, as per Tsebo Grading checklist and KRAs within the Performance Management Scheme
Ensure smooth running of Biometrics system
May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility
Strong banqueting/function background & handling of VIP guests
Understand back of house and kitchen brigade
Skills and Competencies
Sound business acumen
Excellent client relations
Experience in upmarket functions and events management
Experience in high quality mass production
Previous experience in the food service industry essential