Catering Manager at Nicole Sinclair

Nicole Sinclair - Our client is expanding its branches in the Fast Food / Bakery industry and they require the services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Catering Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Catering Managers generally oversee all processes and activities that lead up to the delivery of food services to meet the needs and requirements of customers while working within a budget and ensuring they comply with all hygiene requirements within the food industry
• They are responsible for running the day-to-day operations of catering.

Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with chefs to plan menus for restaurants or for catering events
• Oversee the procurement and management of food items required for the restaurant
• Supervise staff operations to ensure compliance with set standards of quality and service
• Plan, prepare and manage financial budgets to meet set targets
• Designate and manage staff job territory and work shift according to the respective employeeТs history and potential
• Ensure adherence to company health, safety, and hygiene policies when carrying out job operations
• Monitor and manage inventory to ensure stock is available when required
• Maintain accurate records of financial accounts, transactions, and other relevant administrative information
• Develop and implement strategies effective for achieving set targets and expectations
• Motivate catering and waiting staff to improve general job performance and returns generated
• Interact with customers to identify their requirements and assist in meeting their needs
• Conduct surveys to determine the public perception and image of their company/services
• Maintain contact with customers to obtain client feedback on the quality of service received
• Oversee the timely disbursement of employee wages/salary
• Supervise and manage catering operations for an event to ensure the adequate provision of food and other edible items
• Carry out research to identify changes in consumer taste requirements and menus
• Help resolve arising client complaints or staff issues to ensure a calm work environment and a satisfied customer base.

Job Requirements

• Work experience as a Catering Manager, Restaurant Manager, Hotel or similar role
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to plan daily production and cut down wastage.
• Ability to plan targets for the team in line with the company's target.
• Must ensure workers meet set time and they are well motivated.
• Honesty is very important.
• Understanding of food hygiene (including hazard analysis and critical control points) and food preparation
• Hands-on experience with creating menus from scratch
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Customer service attitude
• Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions under stressful circumstances
• Flexibility to work during weekends and holidays
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer services
• Good business and commercial acumen
• Strong leadership and motivating skills including the ability to build strong relationships with customers and staff
• Financial, budgeting, and stock-taking skills.

Application Closing Date
26th August, 2020.