Company: Empact Group
Location: Bellville, Western Cape
Division: Empact Group Food Solutions
Job Type: Contract
Experience Level: Associate
Industry: Food and Beverages
Functional Area: Operations
Date Posted: 17 October 2025
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
About Empact Group
Empact Group is one of South Africa’s leading providers of integrated catering and food service solutions, delivering excellence across corporate, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors. The company is built on innovation, sustainability, and service quality — ensuring every meal served enhances wellbeing and satisfaction.
As part of Empact Group Food Solutions, employees work within a supportive environment that encourages creativity, leadership, and passion for service. Empact Group prides itself on offering rewarding opportunities to individuals who aspire to make a meaningful impact in the hospitality and catering industry.
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Position Overview
Empact Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Catering Manager to oversee kitchen operations within a healthcare environment in Bellville, Western Cape.
This role is ideal for an energetic leader with a passion for culinary excellence, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end catering function — from menu planning and dietary management to staff supervision and cost control — ensuring that all food services are delivered in compliance with HACCP and HSE standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee daily kitchen operations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
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Implement and monitor production processes to maintain consistency and quality.
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Plan and develop menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements, including special diets.
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Manage and control food and labour costs within set budgetary constraints.
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Ensure full compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.
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Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen brigade to deliver superior service.
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Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of ingredients.
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Support both strategic and operational decisions to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Uphold Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations across all kitchen operations.
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Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and service teams to ensure expectations are consistently met.
Minimum Requirements
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Tertiary qualification in Food & Beverage Services or Culinary Arts.
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Minimum of 3 years’ progressive kitchen management experience.
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Proven track record in budget management and cost control.
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Experience in high-volume, complex foodservice operations.
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Knowledge of special diets and patient nutrition requirements.
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Strong understanding of HSE regulations and food safety compliance.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
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Computer literate with solid HACCP knowledge and documentation capability.
Core Competencies
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Operational Leadership – Ability to lead, inspire, and manage diverse culinary teams.
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Financial Acumen – Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
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Quality & Safety Focus – Committed to maintaining HACCP, HSE, and hygiene standards.
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Menu Development Expertise – Adept at creating nutritious and appealing menus.
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Customer Orientation – Dedicated to ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction.
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Adaptability – Thrives in dynamic environments with multiple operational demands.
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Problem Solving – Proactively resolves issues to maintain smooth service delivery.
Why Join Empact Group
At Empact Group, your work directly contributes to enhancing lives through food service excellence. You will:
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Join a national leader in catering and facilities management.
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Work within a collaborative, people-focused culture that values growth and innovation.
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Gain exposure to diverse operational environments, from corporate dining to healthcare facilities.
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Develop your leadership and culinary skills through continuous learning opportunities.
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Be part of a team that delivers quality, care, and service excellence every day.
This is more than a job — it’s a career that combines your culinary passion with a purpose-driven mission.
Employment Equity Commitment
Empact Group is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fair employment practices and inclusivity. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Policy.
POPIA Compliance Notice
Empact Group adheres to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and ensures that all personal information submitted during the recruitment process is handled confidentially and used only for employment-related purposes.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via the official Empact Group Careers Portal before the closing date.
Application Guidelines:
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Attach an updated CV detailing experience and qualifications.
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Include copies of ID, relevant certificates, and references.
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Clearly indicate the position title: Catering Manager – Bellville.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages.
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