Project Manager at Tsebo Solution

Duties & Responsibilities 

 To provide effective leadership to Catering

•  To ensure the company image is projected through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product and productivity.
•  Develop medium and long-term strategies to grow the business in conjunction with the operations manager.
•  Comply with the divisions budgetary requirements within the financial guidelines.
•  Understand and maintain all financial aspects of the business – budgeting, forecasting.
•  Understand and implement company standards, policies and procedures in line with legislation.
•  To work and operate in a fast paced environment and perform well under pressure.
•  Ensure quality control is in accordance with the company standards.
•  Oversee cash management (control of debtors, stock checks and cash checks etc).
•  Effect profit growth in all areas of responsibility.
•  Meeting agreed deadlines with regards to submission of forecasts, profit and loss’s etc.
•  Human resources management (including I.R., training and development) and performance management.
•  Operational standards – Maintain and improve on operational standards as agreed.
•  Meeting all quality / star grading standards within the areas of responsibility 

Skills and Competencies 

•  Sound business acumen.
•  Experience in upmarket functions and events management.
•  Experience in high quality mass production.
•  Previous experience in the service industry essential.
•  Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety policies and processes relevant to the food industry
•  Operational Standards: Performance management, financial analysis, computer proficiency & human resources.
•  Excellent computer skills (MS Office, knowledge of point of sales and financial systems)
•  Entrepreneurial skills: Strategic management, Outcome focus & productivity.
•  Interpersonal Skills: Excellent client/customer interface, managing group process, communication skills (verbal and written) & organizational skills.
•  Strong presentation skills.
•  Flexibility with respect to working hours.
•  Ability to build and maintain a motivated team in a dynamic environment.
•  Innovative approach to streamlining systems.
•  Business Management principles, including proven financial skills
•  Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
•  Strong banqueting function background
•  Excellent client relations
•  Experience of Back of House and Kitchen Processes.

Qualifications

•  Matric
•  Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent
•  Knowledge of catering services advantageous