Contract Catering Manager
Job Description
Join Eatfresh as a CorporateCatering Manager, where you'll lead the delivery of exceptional catering services in a corporate environment. In this role, you'll ensure top-quality food, outstanding service standards, and client satisfaction while driving operational efficiency and achieving financial goals.
As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clientsreduced costs, risk, and complexitiestogether withincreased quality, efficiency, and productivity. We specialise inCatering,Facilities Management,Cleaning and Hygiene,Pest Control,Protection,Energy,Procurement,Workspace Design,Engineering, Remote Camps, and more.Developing our people- the heart of Tsebo - is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our client's needs.DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.
Duties & Responsibilities- Manage catering operations across an assigned site (factory and offices).
- Ensure compliance with company standards, SLAs, and food safety regulations.
- Plan menus aligned with client requirements, dietary needs, and budgets.
- Control costs for labour, food, and consumables; monitor financial performance.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings and reviews.
- Lead, motivate, and develop catering teams to deliver outstanding service.
- Be available to work weekends when required.
- Strong operational and financial management skills.
- Excellent client relationship and communication abilities.
- Leadership and team development capability.
- Knowledge of HACCP, health & safety, and catering legislation.
- Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting.
- Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Catering, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum 2 years' experience in corporate/schools contract catering (non-negotiable).
- Food Safety and Health & Safety certification (advantageous).