REF: IGCMD-EM/08/25
Icebolethu is calling for suitable candidates to apply for the permanent position of a Manager for our Catering Business. The incumbent will be required to develop the Catering strategy by considering market trends, regulations and how it may translate into operational execution through alignment of core business strategic objectives to effective operations of all Catering operations to support their bottom-line performance.
Minimum Qualifications
• National Diploma or Degree in Home Economics / Hospitality / Catering Related Field.
• Master’s Degree in business administration or Business Leadership is advantageous
Experience and Knowledge required
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Catering Management
Skills and Competencies required
• Computer Literacy in Ms Office Suite.
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• High Performance orientation
• Strategic Thinking and Planning Skills
• Excellent Coordination Skills
• Creative, Passionate and innovative vision
• Multitasking skills
Key Performance Areas:
• Manage all customer requirements as per Service Level Agreements.
• Attending and resolving all clients / customer queries.
• Coach, guide and mentor staff.
• Apply disciplinary measures where necessary.
• Plan and allocate work in a manner to create efficiencies.
• Monitor and promote the high level of staff performance.
• Efficiently planning of human resources in accordance with the set performance targets for the branch.
• Reduce and eliminate overheads and unnecessary spend.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, procedures, systems and processes.
• Address and take corrective measures on all identified Risks.
• Ensure staff compliance on PPE and Health and Safety Policies.
• Develop, lead and manage the execution of the Catering Business Strategy.
• Manage and orchestrate the entire strategic review process.
• Plan and implement medium- and long-term business strategies to achieve the Catering Business objectives.
• Develop and implement effective succession plan for all key roles in Catering Businesses
• Ensure a safe workplace without risk to health.
• Apply a structured methodology and lead change management activities.
• Provide structure and Catering Business governance in accordance with accepted Industry norm.
• Partner with the Group Managing Executive in addressing performance, compliance and risk relating to Catering Business issues in Core Businesses.
• Business Strategy Development
• Innovative Vision
• Business Performance Delivery
• Inspirational Leadership
• Honesty and Integrity
• High Performance Oriented
• Product Development
Job Location
• Umlazi and Empangeni
NB: Applications with no clarification / reference for the position applying for will not be considered.
• Icebolethu Group is an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity.
• White, Indian and Coloured candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Successful candidates will undergo employment security checks such as Criminal, Employment reference and Credit Checks.
• Ensure Recent Contactable References
• Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please submit all CV’s to cateringrecruitment@icebolethu.co.za
Closing date for CV submissions is 26 August 2025 at 17:00