COEGA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC) VACANCIES

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CATERING MANAGER
LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 1 YEAR
GRADE: C1
 
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Catering Manager is accountable to the General Manager - Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel; a division of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC). The Catering Manager is responsible for ensuring good quality meals are served at the Coega Development Corporation Canteens and all necessary controls are in place to prevent losses.
 
MANDATE
The Catering Manager is mandated by the Board of Directors of Coega Development Corporation to take responsibility for managing the catering services according to the required standards and client requirements within the agreed budgetary limits under the direction of the General Manager – Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel.
 
DESCRIPTION
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
Reporting to the General Manager, this position's primary responsibility is to prepare high quality meals for clients at the CDC Canteens. 
 
In pursuance of this primary objective, the Catering Manager is required to:

• Ensure all meals are prepared to high quality standards;
• Ensure high levels of service are maintained in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures;
• Ensure that foodstuffs are used correctly so that wastage is kept to a minimum and staff are trained to effect good portion control;
• Run daily cash-ups and ensure all daily transactions balance;
• Arrange duties and rosters as necessary to ensure that all tasks are correctly and timeously completed;
• Promote team spirit and lead by example;
• Assist with or present regular training or coaching sessions, so that staff perform their duties correctly;
• Attend meetings and training courses as required;
• Monitor stock and ensure correct stock rotation;
• Update and place order items timeously to ensure par levels are always maintained;
• Ensure minimum kitchen wastage;
• Ensure FIFO and LIFO are applied as required;
• Maintain good discipline in the Canteens;
• Ensure all equipment is in working order and report any defects timeously;
• Ensure there is adequate serving equipment, crockery and cutlery;
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross-contamination;
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and all statutory regulations and food hygiene policies;
• Ensure that food storage areas are maintained in accordance with the company’s Food Hygiene, Healthy and Safety and Environmental policies and procedures;
• Conduct regular stock takes to ensure proper stock management;
• Actively seek feedback from clients and resolve all customer complaints;
• Receive and store stock correctly;
• Ensure accurate management of invoices, petty cash and have good recordkeeping;
• Any other reasonable duties required by the Executive Chef or General Manager to enhance the Guests experience.

 
COMPETENCIES

• Self-motivated and proactive;
• Very good with implementing cost containment measures;
• Well organised;
• Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and positive attitude;
• Great attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Good command of the English language and communication skills;
• Ability to follow instructions.

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Post Matric qualification or equivalent;
• Relevant training and culinary qualifications or a proven track record in a commercial kitchen of at least 3 years’ experience;
• Must be able to cook a variety of cuisines;
• Knowledge of POS would be advantageous;
• Must have superior knowledge on kitchen hygiene, chemical usage, and food safety handling;
• Be able to work shifts including night work and working on weekends and public holidays;
• Canteen experience would be advantageous;
• Fully computer literate;
• Experience in working on POS or Cash Register;
• Driver’s License.

 
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.

 
 
CLOSING DATE: 18 June 2024
 
CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
 
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za
 
 
 
 
 

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EXECUTIVE CHEF
LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
GRADE: C3
 
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Executive Chef is accountable to the General Manager - Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel; a division of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC). The Executive Chef will be responsible for managing the food and beverage and banqueting operation of the 58 bedroom Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel. 
 
MANDATE
The Executive Chef is mandated by the Board of Directors of Coega Development Corporation to take responsibility for all food & beverage & banqueting aspects under the overall direction of the General Manager – Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel.
 
DESCRIPTION
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
Reporting to the Hotel General Manager, this position's primary responsibility is ensuring an efficient, productive, quality and profitable food & beverage & banqueting operation. Working with the management team, the position also contributes to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies and practices. This position will also be required to support the kitchen operations at the Canteen units at Coega Head Office and Uitenhage when required.
 
In pursuance of this primary objective, the Head Chef is required to: -

• Provides direction for all day-to-day operations in the BWBSH Kitchen ensuring the quality, standards and expectations of the guests on a daily basis are met
• Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence and or determine appropriate replacement to fill gaps and train employees on their duties
• Ensures property policies and procedures are administered fairly and consistently.
• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Understands and conduct regular staff training on Health & Safety
• Supervises and coordinates activities in the kitchen and ensures staff are engaged in food preparation.
• Trains staff on new menu items and ensures they are competent
• Ensures timeous delivery and set up of food for all F & B areas
• Develops and costs menu and recipes as needed
• Ensures correct recipes are always loaded on stock management system
• Manages department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms and equipment and ensures department is profitable
• Follows and educates staff on HACCP principles
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Attend and coordinate regular meetings including management and departmental meetings for areas under your supervision
• Ensures all invoices are processed timeously and accurately
• Ensures kitchen is properly stocked and ensure proper stock control and stock rotation
• To undertake other duties as required commensurate with the level of this position

 
COMPETENCIES

• Excellent culinary skills and able to demonstrate different cooking styles and prepare a variety of dishes
• Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook and numeracy
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial decision-making
• Demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excels at operating in a fast pace environment
• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks consistent with business objectives.
• Good working knowledge of POS Systems preferred
• Assist to prepare periodic reports as and when required

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in the same position or Executive Sous of at least 3 (three) years in a 4 or 5* hotel environment in medium to large full service property;
• Degree/Diploma in Hospitality/Kitchen/Catering management or related discipline preferred;
• Strong background in F & B operations management, including restaurant, room service and banqueting menu development with costings;
• Prior experience with stock control, monthly stock taking procedures and reporting;
• Prior experience with health & safety and kitchen hygiene;
• Drivers license

 
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.

 
 
CLOSING DATE: 18 June 2024
 
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). 
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
 
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

 
 
 
 
 

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CANTEEN CHEF X2
LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 1 YEAR CONTRACT
GRADE: B3
 
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Canteen Chef/Cook is accountable to the Catering Manager - Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel; a division of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC). The Canteen Chef/Cook is responsible for ensuring good quality meals are served in the CDC Canteens and all necessary controls are in place to prevent losses.
 
MANDATE
The Canteen Chef/Cook is mandated by the Board of Directors of Coega Development Corporation to take responsibility for preparing high quality meals under the direction of the Catering Manager and ultimately the General Manager – Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel.
 
DESCRIPTION
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
Reporting to the Catering Manager, this position's primary responsibility is to prepare high-quality meals for guests using the CDC Head Office Canteens. In pursuance of this primary objective, the Canteen Chef/ Cook is required to:

• Prepare all dishes in accordance with the correct recipe and in the correct quantity;
• Prepare and cook ingredients necessary and assist in all sections of the kitchen as directed by the Catering Manager in accordance with the menu and recipes prescribed;
• Maintain high levels of service maintained in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures;
• Monitor stock and ensure correct stock rotation;
• Update and communicate all of the order items timeously;
• Ensure minimum kitchen wastage;
• Ensure FIFO and LIFO are applied;
• Maintain good discipline in the Kitchen;
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross-contamination by practicing “clean as you go”;
• Be able to prepare a large variety of tasty meals;
• Learn new skills and recipes from other members of the department and apply them;
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and all statutory regulations and food hygiene policies; 

• Ensure that food storage areas are maintained in accordance with the company’s Food Hygiene, health and Safety and Environmental policies and procedures;

• Place stock orders in the absence of the Catering Manager to ensure stock par levels at all times;
• Assist to conduct stock takes when required;
• Any other reasonable duties required by the Catering Manager or Executive Chef to enhance the Guests' experience.

 
4 COMPETENCIES

• Self-motivated and proactive;  
• Strong organisational skills;
• Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and positive attitude;
• Great attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Good command of the English language and communication skills;
• Willingness and ability to follow instructions.

 
5 REQUIREMENTS

• Matric or equivalent;
• Relevant training and culinary qualifications or a proven track record in a commercial kitchen of at least 3 years experience;
• Experience as a chef in Restaurant, Hotel or Canteen;
• Must be able to cook a variety of cuisines;
• Must have superior knowledge of kitchen hygiene, chemical usage and food safety handling;
• Be able to work shifts including night work and working on weekends and public holidays;
• Fully computer literate.

 
6 PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.
 
Closing date: 18 June 2024
 
CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). 
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
 
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za
 
 
 
 
 

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NIGHT AUDITOR
LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 3 YEARS – FIXED TERM CONTRACT
GRADE: C1
 
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Night Auditor is accountable to the Rooms Division Manager - Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel; a division of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC). The Night Auditor is responsible for the overall management of the hotel for the shift 23h00 to 07h00 as well as running of the night audit process.
 
MANDATE
The Night Auditor is mandated by the Board of Directors of Coega Development Corporation to take responsibility for the overall Front Office Duties in the nighttime under the direction of the Rooms Division Manager and ultimately the General Manager – Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel.
 
DESCRIPTION
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
Reporting to the Rooms Division Manager, this position's primary responsibility is to ensure the continuation of Guest Services in the nighttime and the overall running of the hotel. In pursuance of this primary objective, the Night Auditor is required to:

• Make sure the Hotel reception is manned;
• Manage any guest and noise complaints;
• Do a property walkabout to ensure all is in order;
• Late check-ins and early check-outs;
• Room Service on the 23h00 shift;
• Answer the phone professionally within 3 rings;
• Do wake-up calls;
• Make bookings correctly on PMS;
• Use your own discretion on rate and taking in late walk-ins;
• Update all guest information as per reg. cards;
• Run night Audit;
• Prepare all departure guests’ folios;
• Review and balance all cash-ups;
• Encourage guests to rate the Hotel on all review platforms;
• Report any faults with the system or machinery to the Rooms Division Manager;
• Record and report any maintenance issues;
• Write comprehensive handover for the next shift;
• Set up early light breakfast station and assist with issuing of lunch packs;
• Always keep the Reception area neat and tidy – including the outside/entrance area.

 
COMPETENCIES

• Display a high degree of professionalism and integrity;
• Self-motivated and proactive;
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn;
• Great attention to detail;
• Able to exercise discretion;
• Good memory;
• Good command of the English language;
• Good communication skills both verbal and written;
• Hospitable and friendly demeanour;
• Punctual.

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or equivalent in Hospitality, Tourism or Hotel Management;
• Minimum of 3 (three years) in a similar role in a hotel environment;
• Experience with Opera or any other PMS;
• Work night shifts, weekends and public holidays;
• Self-motivated and proactive;
• Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and positive attitude;
• Great attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment ;
• Good command of the English language and communication skills both verbal and written;
• Willingness and ability to follow instructions; 
• Must be able to work independently;
• Fully computer literate;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Own transport preferred;

 
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Performance is monitored regularly by reference to Key Performance Indicators and Balanced Scorecard.

 
 
Closing date: 18 June 2024
 
CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
 
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
 
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za

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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
LOCATION: Gqeberha - Head Office
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 3 YEARS
GRADE: C2
 
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Maintenance Supervisor is accountable to the General Manager - Bluewater Bay Sunrise Hotel; a division of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC).
 
MANDATE
To assist in ensuring the provision of quality repair, maintenance and service, to the requirements and satisfaction of the customers and clients. This will include timeous preparation and delivery of these services as required by our customers on a daily basis.
 
DESCRIPTION
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS
The primary objective of the Maintenance Supervisor is to assist in managing the maintenance function of the company to its requirements and satisfaction within the agreed budgetary limits: -

• Manage, supervise and execute maintenance as well as support activities 24/7 by assisting company site;
• Assist with site environmental conformance as well as hazardous material programs;
• Ensure to maintain adequate inventories of tools, supplies and parts to accurately repair all equipment;
• Maintain systems to supervise service requests promptly complying with safety requirements;
• Conduct preventive maintenance work according to Hazard Communications program prerequisites;
• Ensure to keep cleanliness at shop and storage areas as well as well-stocked, organized following company color coded program;
• Inspect regularly machinery with respect to safety issues inclusive but not restricted to ground and trip hazards, non-functioning lights, broken pieces along with exposed wiring;
• Conduct proper follow-through on all maintenance issues;
• Ensure to deal with resident maintenance issues in timely way working with maintenance staff;
• Plan maintenance employees’ schedules as per forecasted workloads;
• Perform with maintenance employees along with other technical personnel to develop proactive and effective team working together to attain set objectives;
• Ensures compliance to company safety and security standards, procedures and policies;
• Ensure maintenance personnel wears and utilizes all safety equipment correctly as needed;
• Conduct safety inspections as scheduled and complete accurately as required;
• Draw up and adhere to maintenance plan
• Ensure timeous servicing of all equipment
• Monitor back up power and back up water to supplies to ensure adequacy
• Be on standby to deal with emergency situations
• Train and supervise staff and students
• Assist with Manager on Duty responsibilities
• Establish priorities, goals and expectations to prepare action strategies and plans to accomplish same working with team.

 
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Computerised Maintenance Management System and or Fault logging system

• The Maintenance Supervisor will receive the necessary training from CDC for the system in place in this regard. He/she will then be able to carry out the following actions:
  • Monitor the work management screen in terms of work progress (or lack thereof)
  • Monitor the turnaround time to tenants

Invoicing

• All contractor invoices are to be checked for correctness by the Maintenance Supervisor and ‘signed-off’ for payment by General Manager.

Contractors

• It is the Maintenance Supervisor responsibility to ensure that contractors attend to call-outs timeously. He/she must ensure that all contractors deliver service in terms of their ‘Service Level Agreements’.

Standby

• The Maintenance Supervisor will be required to be 24-hour standby in case of emergencies.

Paperwork

• All correspondence despatched from the office of the Maintenance Supervisor must be pre-approved for distribution by the General Manager and or Facilities Manager. Hard and soft copies of all correspondence leaving the office must be filed for future reference.

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Matric plus relevant qualification alternatively a Trade Qualification;
• At least 3 year experience in a similar supervisory position;
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems etc;
• Experience in planning maintenance operations;
• Ability to do all technical related activities (first line maintenance);
• Working knowledge of facilities machines and  equipment;
• A generalist and all-rounder and a sharp eyed individual as would be also be a security over the site as a caretaker;
• Computer literacy is important (word & excel);
• Be honest, reliable and trustworthy;
• Subscribe to the principle of confidentiality;
• Driver’s license.

 
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Performance is monitored regularly with reference to Performance Appraisal Sheet and the One-on-One Interactions.

 
 
CLOSING DATE: 18 June 2024
 
CDC is an employment equity employer and placement will be in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan. 
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within one month of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
 
All applications must be forwarded to recruitment@coega.co.za