Assistant Catering Manager - Healthwise

Business Unit / Division:

Fedics

Job Type Classification:

Full Time

Location - Town / City:

South Coast

About Us:

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Assistant Catering Manager to support operations at a Healthwise healthcare environment. This role supports the Catering Manager in delivering safe, nutritious, and high-quality food services while ensuring strict compliance with hygiene, safety, and healthcare standards. As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity . We specialise in Catering , Facilities Management , Cleaning and Hygiene , Pest Control , Protection , Energy , Procurement , Workspace Design , Engineering, Remote Camps , and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily kitchen and food service operations within a healthcare environment
• Manage staff schedules, attendance, and performance
• Ensure compliance with healthcare hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP and Healthwise protocols)
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and dietary requirements
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and cost management
• Support client and patient service delivery standards
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control standards in line with healthcare regulations

Skills and Competencies:

• A team player who promotes respect and collaboration
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure in a healthcare setting
• Strong commitment to patient care and service excellence
• Adaptability and responsiveness to operational demands
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and special dietary requirements
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities

Qualifications:

• Relevant hospitality or catering qualification
• 2–5 years’ experience in catering or food services
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Must have completed at least a grade 12 / secondary education
• Experience in a healthcare or hospital environment (advantageous)