Catering Manager at Outsource Africa

Outsource Africa – Our client, a reputable catering organization is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Location: Lagos Mainland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: The Managing Director

Job Description

Our client is a reputable catering organization located in Lagos, is currently seeking to hire an experienced Catering Manager to oversee the business and administrative activities of the organization.
The ideal candidate must be innovative, carry excellence in service delivery, with proven ability to seek out new opportunities to deliver further growth and expansion.

Job Responsibilities

Manage the food and beverage provision for functions and events
Plan menus in consultation with chefs
Recruit and train permanent and casual staff
Organize, lead and motivate the catering team, Plan staff shifts and rotations
Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly observed
Budget and establish financial targets and forecasts
Monitor the quality of the product and service provided
Maintain stock levels and order new supplies as required
Liaise with suppliers, assist in negotiations with clients, assess their requirements and ensure they are satisfied with the service delivered.
Ensure compliance with all fire, licensing and employment regulations
Maximize sales and meet profit and financial expectations
Directly supervise the cooking of items that require skillful preparation.
Ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
Evaluate food products to assure that quality standards are consistently attained.
Ensure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of customers and clients.
Assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards.
Evaluate purchases are of quality and price are consistently met.
Establish and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.
Support safe work habits and a safe working environment at all times.

Requirements

Good administrative, excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must have basic IT and numerical skills with ability to calculate figures and amounts.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Candidate must be highly disciplined and customer friendly.
OND/HND/BSc in from any field of study
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position continuously in the Food and Beverage or Hospitability Sector.

Salary
NGN70,000 – NGN80,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
13th January, 2021.