Job For Head of Catering Operations In A Reputable Catering Company

Sunrose Consulting Limited - Our client is a foremost and reputable catering organisation located in Lagos and with extensive operations across Nigeria. They are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Head of Catering Operations Location: Lagos Job Description

• Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for all food production including that used for restaurants, banquet functions and other outlets.
• You will develop menus, food purchase specifications and recipes.
• You will supervise staff, develop and monitor food and labor budget for the department.
• You will maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards.

• Manage the food and beverage provision for functions and events
• Plan menus in consultation with chefs
• Train permanent and casual staff
• Organise, lead and motivate the catering team
• Plan staff shifts and rotas
• Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly observed
• Monitor the quality of the product and service provided
• Maintain stock levels and order new supplies as required
• Interact with clients
• Liaise with suppliers and clients
• Assist in negotiations with clients, assess their requirements and ensure they're satisfied with the service delivered (in contract catering)
• Ensure compliance with all fire, licensing and employment regulations
• Maximise sales and meet profit and financial expectations

• Directly supervise the cooking of items that require skillful preparation.
• Evaluate food products to assure that quality standards are consistently attained.
• Interact with all supervisors to assure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of customers and clients.
• Assists in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards.
• Evaluate purchases are of quality and price are consistently met.
• Establishe and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Ensure all staff are trained and professional development opportunities arise for all kitchen staff.
• Ensure that representatives from the kitchen attend service lineups and meetings.
• Support safe work habits and a safe working environment at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• Must have worked within the Food and Beverage sector continuously
• Bachelor's Degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good Administrative Skills
• Basic IT and numerical Skills
• Excellent problem-solving Skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly Disciplined
• 3 years experience in a similar position