Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts that have arisen in the University:
VICE CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE INTERNAL AUDIT UNIT

DEPARTMENT OF STUDENTS AFFAIRS
CATERING AND ACCOMMODATION MANAGER (1 POST)

Duties and Responsibilities
 Planning, administering and supervising the University’s catering operations and services.
 Manage a team of catering staff for the successful and quality execution of catering events.
 Respond to customer inquiries and service in an accurate and timely manner.
 Gather customer requirements (like a number of guests and event dates).
 Plan food and beverage menus considering clients’ preferences and special requests (for example healthy meals for students).  Perform daily inspections of guest rooms and common areas to ensure the best possible service.  Train new staff on housekeeping issues.
 Determine requirements in ingredients and set portions.
 Perform staff management, expense control, menu selection, food preparation and equipment rental to ensure a profitable event.
 Manage stock and place orders, as needed.
 Ensuring that rooms are cleaned.
 Conducting team meetings and allocating rooms.
 Ordering service stock and linen.
 Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards.
 Making recommendations to improve service and ensure efficient operations
 Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and standards.
 Explore business opportunities to obtain new orders.
 Perform staff reviews and encourage teamwork among staff.
 Resolve customer problems and complaints.
 Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Dean of Student Affairs.

Qualifications And Experience
Applicants must at least have earned a first-degree qualification in Hospitality Management/Food Science.
A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, Diploma in Hospitality and hands-on experience would be added advantages.
Applicants should have at least 5 years’ of experience.