Recruitment Room Team
Caterer
Job Description
Caterer (Grade 9)
Residential Operations:Food Services Division
The Food Services Division invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.
The Department – Description of the Department
Main Objectives
Responsible for the supervision of Food Service staff in their kitchen to ensure high quality service delivery. This includes the production of food as per standard operating procedures and to oversee the day-to-day running of a kitchen that includes planning, organising and co-ordinating.
Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification plus approximately 4 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes:-
- Previous experience within an Industrial Catering environment / Food Services environment where food hygiene, industrial food preparation and presentation were key responsibilities
- 1 years’ supervision experience OR be in possession of an RU Supervision Certificate
- Previous administrative experience within a computerized environment. For those who do not have basic computer skills an ability to demonstrate the aptitude to learn such skills is required – this will be assessed as part of the Selection process
Application Process
It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:
- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: –
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.
Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8249.
Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for the 25 February 2025.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
Remuneration per annum (Grade 9):
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R307 301
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R421 604
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.
Closing Date: 2 February 2025
If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University’s Recruitment and Selection policies.
Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion
