Catering Manager at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

KeMU/KH/CM/2/6/2023 Based in KeMU Main Campus

• Reporting to the Director KeMU Holdings Limited.

Main purpose:

• 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 to support the functions of the University.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Job:

• Supervision of the Catering Department
• Plan University food and beverage menus in consultation with the Nutritionist, chefs and cooks, according to customers’ dietary needs in the University.
• Ensure maintenance of food stock levels and order new supplies as required in the kitchen and other catering areas of the University
• Implementation of Catering procedures and policies
• Quality Assurance and control aspects of the department
• Coordination on outside catering activities
• Inspection and coordination of repairs and maintenance in the department
• Analyzing, monitoring and evaluating enterprise profit margins
• Ensure the quality and sufficiency of food and beverage preparation and provision services in the University.
• 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.
• 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.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure quality and timely kitchen supplies delivery in the University.

Qualifications and experience

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

To be received on or before 29th June 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.