National University of Science and Technology (NUST)
DUE: 21 JUN 2024
The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts in the Registrar’s Department: –
CATERING SERVICE MANAGER
The Catering Services Unit provides affordable meals to students, staff and other stakeholders through several canteens and outlets. The Catering Services Manager oversees the operations of the Unit and ensures sustainability and growth by meeting customer expectations and adhering to statutory laws, bye-laws and regulations of the food industry.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Manages a team of catering staff for successful and quality execution of catering events.
• Ensures proper deployment of resources and people to Canteens and other service centres
• Plans food and beverage menus considering clients’ preferences and special requests.
• Manages stocks and supplies in a cost-effective and timely manner.
• Ensures the correct and economic use of materials
• Ensures proper use, care and maintenance of equipment, and assets
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations and standards, policies, practices and procedures relating to health and safety
• Resolves customer problems and complaints.
• Supervises staff and conducts performance reviews.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must hold a Degree in Hospitality or related field plus at least 5 years of experience at a managerial level.
Possession of a Master of Business Administration or similar qualification will be a distinct advantage.
Skills and Competencies
• Highly motivated and able to work under pressure of tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Innovative and eager to develop new programmes and initiatives
• Ability to use spreadsheets, events and food management software and POS systems.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of professional catering staff.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
TO APPLY
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar, Human Resources
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939, Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And e-mailed to: [email protected] in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 21 June, 2024.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED