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CATERING SERVICES MANAGER
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University of Zimbabwe
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Zimbabwe
Description :
SUPPORT SERVICES DEPARTMENT MANAGER: CATERING SERVICES Reports to the Deputy Associate Director, Support Services.
Duties and Responsibilities
? Planning, administering and supervising the University's catering operations and services.
? Manage a team of catering staff for successful and quality execution of catering events. ? Respond to customer inquiries and service in accurate and timely manner.
? Gather customer requirements (like number of guests and event dates).
? Plan food and beverage menus considering clients' preferences and special requests(for example healthy meals for children).
? Determine requirements in ingredients and set portions.
? Perform staff management, expense control, menu selection, food preparation and equipment rental to ensure profitable event.
? Manage stock and place orders, as needed.
? Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and standards.
? Explore business opportunities to obtain new orders.
? Develop positive working relationship with existing customers for repeat business.
? Develop marketing plan to promote catering operations to individuals and organizations.
? Review and finalize sales contracts, catering event orders and pricing agreements with clients.
? Attend shows for business promotions.
? Oversee food preparation, transportation and set-up activities to ensure successful event.
Work/Educational Requirements
? Higher National Diploma or equivalent degree qualification in Hospitality Management/Food Science.
? A Masters' degree in the relevant discipline would be an added advantage.
Desired Attributes
? Work experience as a Catering Manager, Restaurant Manager or similar role
? Understanding of food hygiene
? Hands-on experience with creating menus from scratch ? Excellent organizational and time-management skills
? Customer service attitude
? Strong communication skills
? Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions under stressful circumstances
? Ability to coordinate and organize activities
? Multi tasker and critical thinker.
To apply
To Apply All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Six copies of applications, including a curriculum vitae, giving full personal particulars indicating full name, place and date of birth; certified copies of national identification, birth certificate, proof of qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone number and names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to: Deputy Registrar, Human Resources University of Zimbabwe P o sox MP 167 Mount Pleasant HARARE Or Hand delivered to the Administration Block, door number 113 The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 13 November 2020. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The University of Zimbabwe is an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore men and women are encouraged to apply.
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