We are looking for a Catering Operations Manager with strong leadership, organizational, and operational management skills to oversee day-to-day catering activities. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in catering or hospitality operations within the UAE, possess deep knowledge of food safety regulations, and be capable of managing multiple large-scale catering projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate all catering operations for events, corporate functions, daily meal services, and special occasions.
- Lead and supervise kitchen and service staff to ensure top-quality food, timely service, and client satisfaction.
- Oversee inventory management, procurement, vendor relations, and cost control.
- Develop and implement operational procedures and quality standards to maintain service excellence.
- Ensure compliance with UAE municipality and food safety regulations (HACCP, ISO, etc.).
- Liaise with clients to understand requirements, propose solutions, and ensure flawless execution.
- Coordinate logistics for off-site catering, including transportation, equipment setup, and staffing.
- Monitor staff performance, conduct training, and enforce hygiene and safety protocols.
- Prepare operational reports, analyze KPIs, and suggest improvements.
- Manage budgets, pricing, and profitability of catering services.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Catering/Hotel Management preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in a catering or hospitality operations leadership role.
- Proven ability to manage large-scale catering events and operations across multiple sites.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene protocols, and municipality regulations.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, handle tight schedules, and multitask.
- Proficient in MS Office and catering management systems.
- Fluent in English; Arabic language is an advantage.
- Valid UAE driving license is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month