Books and Beans Co-ordinator (V000410)

Listing reference: nwu_003003
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 13 September 2024
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: Vanderbijlpark
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS) DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT POSITION NUMBER: V000410 POSITION: BOOKS AND BEANS CO-ORDINATOR PEROMNES GRADE: P13 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
 
The Books and Beans Co-ordinator is responsible for the daily running of the food and beverage operations. From managing staff, kitchen hygiene, stock management, financial management. 
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
Personnel Management 
  • Discipline staff
  • Manage overtime 
  • Manage staff schedules 
  • Train staff 
Financial Management
  • Monitor labour and food cost
  • Varsity Vending 
  • IWMS 
  • Assist with quotations to clients 
  • Assist with invoicing to clients 
  • Daily cash-up 
  • Preparing reports for every cash register 
  • Assisting cashiers when necessary 
  • Resolving issues with point-of-sale (POS) systems in liaison with the VV FAE 
Quality service
  • Assist in Menu Planning
  • Resolve customer queries 
  • Handle customer complaints 
Occupational Health & Safety
  • Ensure staff are safe
  • Maintain hygiene standards 
  • Ensure a safe work environment 
Functions 
  • Assist in venue set ups
  • Assist in booking of venues 
  • Ensure all necessary tools for functions are available 
  • Supervise of functions/events/internal orders 
  • Effective communication with colleagues and clients 
Ad Hoc Task 
  • Perform ad hoc duties 

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4).
  • A minimum of one (1) year experience in administration and cash handling.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES: 
  • Diploma/Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 6) in Food and Beverage Management, Catering Management and Business Administration. 
  • A minimum of one (1) year experience in the coordination of/working at functions.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety procedures. 
  • Knowledge of food preparation in an industrial kitchen. 
  • Knowledge of handling and cleaning of equipment in a food service unit. 
  • Knowledge of correct storage of stock. 
  • The ability to lift heavy items.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPTENCIES 
  • Good time management and ability to work under pressure. 
  • Willingness to work irregular hours. 
  • Good organising and planning skills. 
  • Client service orientated and able to communicate effectively with colleagues. 
  • Ability to work as part of a team. 

REMUNERATION

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:  Nokwanda Magudulela on 016 910 3078

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958

CLOSING DATE: 13 September 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

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. 

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