Caterer
Also known as: Catering Officer, Manager (Catering), Restaurant Manager
Caterers organise and control the operation of facilities involved in catering and dining on mine sites and off-shore operations.
discuss catering arrangements with clients
provide menus and mealtimes to suit rosters and 24 hour
operations
supervise the purchase and storage of food
provide crockery, cutlery, detergents and kitchenware
bookkeeping
manage staff rosters to cover all shifts
provide some staff training
make sure that the dining rooms, kitchen, and all other work areas
are kept clean and conform to safety and health regulations
attend to complaints concerning food and service.
Duties
- discuss catering arrangements with clients
- talk with the chef to plan the menu
- supervise the purchase and storage of food
- supervise provision of all crockery, cutlery, detergents and kitchenware
- make sure there is adequate security for food and equipment
- keep records of payments and expenses
- plan, coordinate and supervise the activities of workers in dining rooms, kitchens, bars and other areas
- manage staff hiring, training and rostering
- make sure that the dining rooms, kitchen, storage facilities and other work areas are kept clean and conform to the sanitary regulations
- attend to complaints concerning food and service.
Skills Required
- good communication and organisation skills
- able to remain calm and in control in difficult situations
- able to work as part of a team.
Salary
$35 000 - $45 000
Train for this job
- Community Services Work, Aged Care Work, Disability Work, Home and Community Care or Youth Work - Certificate III
- Hospitality (Commercial Catering) - Certificate III
- Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) - Certificate III
- Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) - Certificate II
- Hospitality (Supervision) - Certificate IV
