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Senior Catering Manager - Somerset WestFull job description**:** We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef/Catering Manager to oversee all aspects of our kitchen, dining room, and customer service operations. This role requires a hands-on approach in culinary leadership, stock management, staff supervision, and customer relationship management.**Responsibilities:**- **Kitchen Management:**- Plan, direct, and supervise food preparation and culinary activities.- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.- Develop and maintain standard recipes to ensure consistent quality.- Monitor food costs to achieve budget targets.- **Stock Management:**- Order and maintain inventory levels of food and kitchen supplies.- Conduct weekly stocktakes and manage suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.- Optimize stock rotation and minimize waste.- Keep to pre-set meal specs.- **Staff Supervision and Training:**- Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff.- Set work schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels.- Foster a positive work environment and provide coaching and feedback.- **Customer Accounts Management:**- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers.- Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and professionally.- Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through excellent service delivery.- **Function and Event Coordination:**- Plan and execute catering for functions and events, ensuring seamless service.- Collaborate with clients to customize menus and meet specific dietary needs.- Coordinate logistics, including staffing, setup, and breakdown.- Set up of decor.- **Quality Control:**- Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.- Conduct regular inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.- Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new techniques and recipes.**Requirements:**- Proven experience as a Chef or Kitchen Manager in a similar establishment.- Strong leadership and managerial skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.- Solid understanding of culinary techniques and kitchen operations.- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.- Exceptional communication and customer service skills.- Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is a plus.- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.- Out of the box thinker.**Benefits:**- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.- A dynamic and supportive work environment.Job Type: Full-timePay: R18 000,00 - R20 000,00 per monthApplication Question(s):Location - do you live in Somerset WestTransport - do you have your own, reliable transport

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