General Manager (Catering Company) at Elvaridah

Role Summary

• The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, operational efficiency, and profitability of the catering company.
• The role oversees event execution, kitchen operations, business development, financial performance, and team management.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement business growth strategies.
• Set revenue targets and performance goals.
• Identify market expansion opportunities.

Operational Oversight:

• Supervise kitchen operations, logistics, and event execution.
• Ensure quality control across all catering services.
• Oversee procurement, vendor management, and supply chain.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and manage annual budgets.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and profitability.
• Approve major expenditures and contracts.

Business Development & Client Relations:

• Build and maintain key corporate and private client relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and high-value deals.
• Oversee proposals and event costing.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train, and supervise departmental heads.
• Implement performance management systems.
• Foster accountability and productivity across teams.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee insurance, licenses, and statutory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, or related fields
• 6 - 10 years experience in catering/event management.
• Strong financial and operational management expertise.
• Proven leadership and business development track record.
• Excellent negotiation and decision-making skills.