Project Manager at Tsebo Solution

• We are in search of Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day operational management of a particular portfolio within the Catering Industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a high-quality standard of deliverables in line with site specific SLA’s, manage client relations, perform site visits, support, and develop the site management. Overall responsibility is to ensure sites are managed according to budgeted costings and growth targets and to ensure all standards are adhered to in line with best practices.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Manage full project lifecycle from initiation through to handover and close-out
• Lead catering mobilisations, site transitions, and new contract implementations
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Operations, HR, Finance, Procurement, Safety, IT)
• Engage directly with client representatives to manage expectations and deliverables
• Ensure kitchens, equipment, staffing, and systems are operationally ready at go-live
• To provide effective leadership to catering managers and their team of catering staff
• To ensure the company image is projected through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product and productivity
• Develop medium and long-term strategies to grow the business in conjunction with the operations manager as well as the district manager
• Comply with the divisions budgetary requirements within the financial guidelines
• Understand and maintain all financial aspects of the business – budgeting, forecasting
• Understand and implement company standards, policies and procedures in line with legislation
• To work and operate in a stressful environment and perform well under pressure
• Ensure quality control is in accordance with the company standards
• Oversee cash management (control of debtors, stock checks and cash checks etc)
• Effect profit growth in all areas of responsibility
• Meeting agreed deadlines with regards to submission of forecasts, profit and loss’s etc
• Operational standards – Maintain and improve on operational standards as agreed
• Meeting all quality / star grading standards within the areas of responsibility, as per Tsebo Grading checklist and KRAs within the Performance Management Scheme
• Strong banqueting/function background and handling of VIP guests
• Understand back of house and kitchen brigade
• Monitor project progress, risks, costs, and quality, implementing corrective actions
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health and safety, and Tsebo governance standards
• Manage suppliers, contractors, and service providers on-site and off-site
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost efficiencies within the contract
• May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility

Skills and Competencies    

• Planning and organising
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Leading, influencing, and managing stakeholders
• Acts with integrity and professionalism in all client interactions
• Communicating clearly at all organisational levels
• Coping with pressure in fast-paced operational environments
• Upholds safety, quality, and compliance as non-negotiables
• Delivers consistent, reliable service aligned to client expectations
• Experience in upmarket functions and events management
• Operational Standards: Performance management, financial analysis, computer proficiency & human resources
• Interpersonal Skills: Client/customer interface, managing group process and organizational skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Flexibility with respect to working hours
• Innovative approach to streamlining systems
• Good Understanding of HACCP/Health and safety as they will form part of the BP HS&E forum
• Mymarket and Menutec proficiency

Qualifications    

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Project Management, Operations, Business, or similar)
• 5–8 years’ proven Project Management experience, preferably within catering, hospitality, or services contracts
• Experience managing multi-site or large-scale operational projects
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or similar) advantageous
• Business Management principles, including proven financial skills

Deadline:16th April,2026