*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:

CATERING SERVICES

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 5 Ordinary level passes including English and any Accounting subject.
2. A Diploma in Professional cookery.
3. Higher National Diploma or a Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management will be an added advantage.
4. At least two (2) years proven history in Catering operations and supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Catering Services Director, the incumbent will among other things;

Taste all the dishes to ensure that all is in order before service.

Allocate duties to staff to various serving points.

Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients – menu balancing.

Hand over and take over to the other supervisor.

Stock control.

Sales reconciliation

Manage kitchen assets.

Check all exit and entrance points before knocking off for the day.

Interacting with clients.

Preparing menus.

Overseeing the presentation and serving of the food.

Attending to customer inquiries.

Ensuring that food service is provided to the customer’s satisfaction.

Plan menus and order supplies.

Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations at the shop floor level

Supervising staff and attending to employee issues.