Job Summary
Catering Manager Location: Fourways and Surrounds Position Type: Full-Time, Hands-On Management About the Role: Are you an experienced, sharp, and hands-on hospitality professional looking for your next challenge? A premier catering company is seeking a dynamic Catering Manager to oversee a prestigious, high-volume corporate contract serving over 1,000 employees. Located near the airport, this role requires a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains immaculate standards, and works side-by-side with their team to deliver consistent, top-tier service. What You Will Do: Lead & Inspire: Manage, mentor, and work directly alongside a dedicated team of 6 to 10 staff members. Maintain Excellence: Take full ownership of daily operations, ensuring strict hygiene standards, flawless quality control, and consistent product delivery. Drive Efficiency: Manage strict operational and financial controls to ensure the unit runs smoothly and profitably. Be Hands-On: This is a highly active role that requires you to be on your feet, leading from the front rather than sitting behind a desk. What We Are Looking For: Education: Matric and a relevant, formal catering qualification. Experience: Minimum of 4 years in a Catering Management role, specifically within industrial or high-volume corporate catering (serving 1,000+ employees). Current Status: You must currently hold a Catering Manager position at an upscale or high-end corporate unit. Skills: Strong leadership and organizational capabilities. While this is a management role and not a kitchen position, a culinary/chef background is highly advantageous. Logistics: Reliable own transport is essential due to the location. How to Apply: If you meet the criteria and are ready to elevate this upmarket unit, please submit your application including: Your updated and highly detailed CV (starting with your current position). A recent head-and-shoulders photo taken within the last 6 months. By applying for this position, candidates agree to provide any additional information requested by Hospitality Exchange, within 24 hours of being contacted by a recruiter. This includes disclosing contactable references from last 2 or 3 direct superiors prior to current employer, as consent to contact referees. Please note that the following checks may apply:- 1. Credit Checks 2. Qualification 3. Criminal Checks 4. Fraud Checks 5. Id verification – therefore ensure that your CV reflects the correct information! Applicants who do not have the specific experience listed above, will not be contacted or corresponded with. Salary non negotiable as advertised and Open to South African citizens only.