Catering Manager at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

Reporting to the Director, KeMU Holdings Services Limited, the Catering Manager job exists to plan, organize and develop the food and beverage services , while meeting client expectations , food and hygiene standards, financial targets and supporting the overall functions of the University.
Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supervision of the Catering Department
2. Authorization of stores/purchase requests for the department
3. Implementation of Catering procedures and policies
4. Quality Assurance and control aspects of the department
5. Coordination on outside catering activities
6. Inspection and coordination of repairs and maintenance in the department
7. Analyzing, monitoring and evaluating enterprise profit margins
8. Oversee the management of catering staff, facilities and services in the University.
9. Ensure the quality and sufficiency of food and beverage preparation and provision services in the University.
10. Ensure proper storage of foodstuff in the kitchen store in order to retain their quality and nutritional values and thus meet customers’ nutrition and dietary needs in the University.
11. Prepare and plan procurement list for all kitchen supplies such as foodstuffs, utensils and other materials for use in the catering services of the University.
12. Supervise catering and waiting staff together to ensure quality catering services in the University needs in the University.
13. Supervise food preparation contents, procedures and process in order to ensure that they meet the required standards of hygiene and nutrition for customers in the University.
14. Ensure public health and sanitation, and safety regulations are strictly observed in order to prevent disease outbreak through food contamination in the University.
15. Monitor the quantity and quality of service provided by undertaking regular spot checks in the kitchen and other food handling areas of the University.
16. Ensure maintenance of food stock levels and order new supplies as required in the kitchen and other catering areas of the University
17. Liaise with suppliers to ensure quality and timely kitchen supplies delivery in the University.

• Participate in contracting for kitchen suppliers, assessing their requirements and ensuring they are satisfied with the service delivered (in contract catering).
• Ensuring compliance with all fire, licensing, and employment regulations in the University

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma in Catering, Hotel Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Higher Diploma in Catering, Hotel Management or other Hospitality Services from a recognized institution
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Hotel Management or Food and Beverages Science from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Medical Fitness Certificate from Public Health Office
• At least five years working experience as a Catering Manager in a reputable institution.