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Senior Remote Catering Operations Manager
Posted 15 days ago
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Our client, a premier event management and catering services company, is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Remote Catering Operations Manager. This role is vital for orchestrating seamless catering operations for a diverse clientele, managing all aspects of food production, logistics, and service delivery from a fully remote base. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of culinary excellence, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction across a wide range of events. This position demands exceptional leadership, strategic planning, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of food safety regulations and inventory management. You will lead and mentor a dispersed team of culinary professionals and service staff, ensuring consistent quality and service delivery. Key responsibilities include: developing and implementing strategic plans for catering operations; overseeing menu planning, food sourcing, and inventory management; ensuring strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP); managing budgets and controlling costs for catering services; coordinating logistics for event setup, execution, and breakdown; leading, training, and motivating a remote catering team; managing client relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery; implementing quality control measures and continuously seeking service improvements; and analyzing operational performance data to drive efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in catering management, with significant experience in high-volume event catering, is required. Proven experience in leading remote teams and operations is essential. Strong knowledge of culinary trends, food safety regulations, and event planning is a must. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are critical. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead impactful catering operations for a renowned company, benefiting from the flexibility of a fully remote role. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and quality-driven remote work environment.
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Senior Remote Catering Operations Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Remote Catering Operations Manager to oversee and optimize their catering services. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to manage operations from anywhere within Kenya, with a focus on serving clients in the vibrant Mombasa, Mombasa, KE region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hospitality management, a deep understanding of food safety standards, and exceptional skills in team leadership, logistics coordination, and client relations. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of catering operations, from menu planning and procurement to service delivery and client satisfaction. Key duties include developing and implementing operational strategies, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and overseeing supply chain logistics. You will lead and motivate a distributed team of chefs, service staff, and support personnel, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency. This role requires a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of resolving issues swiftly and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and clients. Proficiency in using digital tools for inventory management, scheduling, and customer relationship management is essential. We are looking for an individual with a passion for culinary excellence, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage complex operations in a remote setting. Experience in event catering or large-scale food service management is highly desirable. This is an exciting opportunity to drive operational excellence and contribute to the success of a growing catering business from a flexible, remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of catering operations, ensuring high standards of quality, service, and safety.
- Develop and implement efficient operational strategies for menu planning, food preparation, and service delivery.
- Manage procurement of ingredients and supplies, negotiating with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and company policies.
- Lead, train, and manage a remote team of catering staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Manage catering budgets, controlling costs and maximizing profitability.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Oversee event logistics, ensuring timely and seamless execution of catering services for various events.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage stock rotation to minimize waste.
- Utilize digital tools for operational management, reporting, and performance tracking.
- Proven experience in catering management, hospitality, or a related field.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety standards and regulations (e.g., HACCP).
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing remote teams.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in budget management and cost control.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with event planning and execution.
- Familiarity with inventory management and supply chain logistics.
- Proficiency in using digital tools for operational management.
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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