Head - Catering Services M001120
Listing reference: nwu_002224
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 24 November 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Hospitality and Catering
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
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.
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)
DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
POSITION NUMBER: M001120
VACANCY: HEAD – CATERING SERVICES
PEROMNES GRADE: P8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Responsible for the overall management of the Catering Services Department on the Mahikeng Campus Student Centre Cafeteria and Coffee Shop.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Catering and Operations
- The management and operation of all catering activities by exercising careful control over all revenues and expenses, within the budget.
- Planning purposeful catering services within the Cafeteria and Coffee Shop.
Control
- Establishing effective administration and financial control to ensure that the division is effectively operated and managed within the budget.
- Overall responsible for the establishment of product application that addresses customer need, while at the same time ensuring the cost-effectiveness of the division within budget.
- Management, control, maintenance, and upgrade of the division within laid down OHS legislation.
- Ensuring continuous quality control in all areas within the division.
- Involved in compliance and compliance with "Use of University Facilities" Liquor Act, Hygiene and Food Safety.
Administration
- Collaborate in the further development and alignment of the Varsity Vending system to meet the division's own and unique needs.
- Taking out temporary liquor licenses for activities for which NWU liquor licenses are used.
- Annual renewal of Liquor Licenses.
Liaison
- Internal and external liaison to introduce and market the services of the Cafeteria and Coffee Shop.
- Effective marketing and management of communication channels.
Personnel management
- Successful recruitment and selection of staff in new and vacant posts.
- Performance management and associated motivation and equipment of personnel to function within expected and agreed standards.
- Application of grievances and disciplinary action.
- Effective planning and management of division in respect of Contracted Personnel.
Personal Development
- Development of self and subordinates.
- Innovation, investigation and implementation of new ideas, technologies, or improved processes.
Minimum requirements
- A bachelor's degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in Management or related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ (middle) management experience.
KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good communication skills.
- Problem solving.
- Computer Literacy.
- Good report writing.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Ability to manage 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: Mr. Freedom Gwele, Tel No: 018 389-2923
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Hawa Joosub, Tel No: 018 389-9015
CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2023
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.
