Assistant Catering Manager

The role involves supporting the catering manager in ensuring that food services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

• Key Responsibilities:

Assist in overseeing the preparation and delivery of meals, ensuring that food is prepared to the highest quality standards.

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to manage meal schedules and ensure timely service.

Monitor food storage, inventory, and supply levels, ensuring all necessary ingredients and supplies are available.

• Assist in supervising kitchen and catering staff, including cooks, servers, and cleaners.

Ensure that staff adhere to safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

• Interact with clients to understand their catering needs and preferences.

Address any customer complaints or concerns promptly and professionally.

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including proper handling, storage, and food preparation.

Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen and dining areas to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

• Implement safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.

Assist in managing the catering budget, including food, labour, and other operational expenses.

• Help negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices for ingredients and supplies.

Monitor and control waste to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

• Support planning and developing menus that meet client specifications and dietary requirements.

Ensure that all meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and visually appealing.

• Conduct taste tests and quality checks to maintain high food standards.

Assist with ordering supplies, managing invoices, and maintaining food and labour cost records.

• Prepare reports on catering activities, including performance metrics and customer feedback.

• Key skills and qualifications:

Experience in Catering or Food Service Management: Prior experience in the food service industry, particularly in a large-scale or industrial setting, is essential.

• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills are needed to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.

Organizational skills: ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Customer Service Orientation: Strong interpersonal skills to handle client relations and resolve issues.Food Safety Knowledge: Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.

• Budgeting and Cost Management: Basic financial acumen to assist in managing budgets and controlling costs.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Industrial Catering: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• QID (Preferred)

* HACCP Level 2 (Preferred)

• HACCP Level 3 Plus (Preferred)

Location:

• Doha (Required)

Application Deadline: 10/09/2024