Assistant Catering Manager - Education

Business Unit / Division:

TsAfrika Catering Solutions

Job Type Classification:

Full Time

Location - Town / City:

Ottery

About Us:

We are seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Assistant Catering Manager to join our team. This role supports the Catering Manager in overseeing daily food service operations across dining facilities, ensuring exceptional customer service, food quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with health and safety standards. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced student-focused environment and demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and people management skills. As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity . We specialise in Catering , Facilities Management , Cleaning and Hygiene , Pest Control , Protection , Energy , Procurement , Workspace Design , Engineering, Remote Camps , and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day management of the school catering operation.
• Supervise kitchen and service staff to ensure efficient meal production and service.
• Support menu planning in line with nutritional guidelines and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, receiving, and inventory management.
• Manage food and labour costs within budgetary targets.
• Support the Catering Manager with staff scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Build positive relationships with school stakeholders, learners, staff, and parents.
• Assist with catering for school events, meetings, and special functions.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

Skills and Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP, and hygiene practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Diploma or Certificate in Hospitality Management, Catering Management, Food Service Management, or related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum 2–3 years' supervisory experience in contract catering, hospitality, or a school catering environment.