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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/514

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Location

Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

Salary

R487 197 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) /Degree (NQF Level 7) in Food Service Management or Hospitality management or equivalent qualification. Experience: Appropriate supervisory experience. Appropriate experience in a large-scale Food Service environment.

Duties

(key result areas/outputs): Plan and develop the strategic management of the Food Services Unit by providing well-balanced meals to all patients. To effectively and efficiently maintain a high culinary service standard within the Kitchen. To mitigate risks within the Kitchen environment wrt to quality, environment, and health and safety. Manage human resources, inclusive of leave, disciplinary code of conduct, time keeping, performance management, and filling of vacant posts in the Department. Manage financial resources, including food costing, contract management, and weekly statistics. Effective and efficient support to the Dietetic Department and Milk Kitchen Department.

Enquiries

Mr R De Jager, tel. no. (021) 400-3405

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

10 July 2026, 17:00PM

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About the hiring department

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Requirements

·Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) /Degree (NQF Level 7) in Food Service Management or Hospitality management or equivalent qualification
·Experience: Appropriate supervisory experience
·Appropriate experience in a large-scale Food Service environment

Key Duties

·(key result areas/outputs): Plan and develop the strategic management of the Food Services Unit by providing well-balanced meals to all patients
·To effectively and efficiently maintain a high culinary service standard within the Kitchen
·To mitigate risks within the Kitchen environment wrt to quality, environment, and health and safety
·Manage human resources, inclusive of leave, disciplinary code of conduct, time keeping, performance management, and filling of vacant posts in the Department
·Manage financial resources, including food costing, contract management, and weekly statistics
·Effective and efficient support to the Dietetic Department and Milk Kitchen Department

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE?+

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT application close?+

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