Overview
Chef/Catering Manager Jobs in Potgietersrus at Leoni’s
Chef / Catering ManagerAbout the Role
Reef Caterers is looking for an experienced, hands-on Chef / Catering Manager to lead food production and kitchen operations within a upmarket retirement and catering environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing staff, maintaining high food quality standards, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements, and delivering excellent service to clients and patients.
This position is suited to a strong leader who can work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and maintain strict dietary and food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen and catering department
- Supervise and train kitchen staff, ward hostesses, and catering teams
- Plan and oversee menus, meal production, and special diets including diabetic, renal, soft, puréed, and therapeutic diets
- Ensure all meals are prepared and served according to company standards and patient requirements
- Control food costs, stock, ordering, wastage, and portion control
- Conduct regular stock takes and manage supplier orders
- Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, health and safety, and hygiene regulations
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and proper food storage procedures
- Manage staff rosters, leave, discipline, and performance
- Investigate and resolve kitchen and service-related issues promptly
- Liaise with hospital management, nursing staff, suppliers, and company management
- Ensure all company SOPs and policies are followed
- Assist with opening new units, training, and operational improvements where required
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant Chef qualification or Catering / Hospitality Management qualification
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a chef, catering manager, or similar management role
- Previous experience in hospital, healthcare, retirement, or institutional catering will be advantageous
- Strong knowledge of special diets, food safety, and kitchen operations
- Experience managing teams, stock, budgets, and kitchen administration
- Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays when required
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
- Valid driver’s licence will be advantageous
Key Skills
- Leadership and staff management
- Menu planning and cost control
- Strong understanding of therapeutic diets
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good communication and client relationship skills
- Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity for growth within the company
- Supportive and professional working environment
- Training and development opportunities
How to Apply
Please send your CV, qualifications, and a short motivation letter to [email protected].
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Work Location: In person
Title: Chef/Catering Manager
Company: Leoni’s
Location: Potgietersrus
