ASSISTANT CATERING OFFICER (2 POSITIONS)
Listing reference: nwu_000247
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 14 October 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Kitchen Staff
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market-related.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: RESIDENCE AND CATERING SERVICES
POSITION NUMBER: P001672 & P001688
VACANCY: ASSISTANT CATERING OFFICER (2 POSITIONS)
PEROMNES GRADE: 14
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To manage the kitchen.
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Food preparation and production
· Utilise their knowledge of food preparation and general operation of food service units to manage the kitchen.
2. Quality and Stock control
· Ensure quality control with regard to stock storage, maintenance of correct temperatures, management of quality of a product.
3. Administration and Planning
· Execution of administrative tasks.
4. Staff management
· Management of staff in terms of training, discipline and conflict management.
· Delegate tasks and motivate staff to perform their tasks.
5. Occupational Health and Safety
· Ensure the application of health and safety procedures.
6. Liaison
· Liaise with students, clients, and suppliers.
7. Personal Development
· Ensure personal development of oneself and keeping abreast of new technology.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs. Ester Botha on 018 299 1126
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Refiloe Khabo on 018 299 4799
CLOSING DATE: 13 October 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 JANUARY 2021
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· Grade 10 or equivalent.
· Three (3) years’ experience in large scale food preparation in a catering unit.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures.
· Knowledge of personnel management and disciplinary procedures.
· Basic computer skills and knowledge of meal payment system.
· Knowledge and ability to handle use of large-scale equipment and apparatus.
· Knowledge of stock control and stock management.
· The ability to handle administrative tasks.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good communication skills.
· Ability to be client-centred and ability to liaise with colleagues and suppliers.
· Willingness to work irregular working hours.
· Ability to work as part of a team.
· Good time management skills.
· Ability to identify and solve problems.
