Chief Catering Officer at Botswana Defence Forces
Job Description
Qualifications:
Diploma / Degree in Culinary Arts or any related field.
Experience:
At least two (2) years’ work experience as Principal Catering Officer at C1 salary scale or six (6) years in a similar role.
Benefits:
a. Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% while employee pays 50%).
b. Contributory Pension Scheme (Government pays 15% while Employee pays 5%).
c. Housing and Upkeep Allowance of P398.80 per month.
Job Purpose:
Manage kitchen operations in the BDF dining establishments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Duties and Responsibilities:
a. Provide advice on the implementation of catering policies, procedures and standards to ensure compliance to set standards.
b. Develop and implement innovative solutions and guidelines to ensure effective and excellent catering services in the Botswana Defence Force.
c. Manage the Catering Services Unit in alignment to the needs and priorities of the unit CAC operational efficiency.
d. Liaise and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance to procurement standards.
e. Conduct market research on new trends, menus and customer preferences.
f. Prepare and present status, review and trend reports for staff and presentation.
g. Supervise, mentor and train subordinates.
h. Monitor and control the procurement of supply of all items to the department.
i. Develop and maintain work plans and systems for subordinates.
j. Implement Performance Management Systems to ensure achievement of unit goals.
Key Competencies:
a. Leading and Deciding
b. Supporting and Cooperating
c. Interacting and Presenting
d. Analyzing and Interpreting
e. Creating and Conceptualizing
f. Organizing and Executing
g. Adapting and Coping
h. Enterprising and Performing
How to apply
- Â NB: All applicants should include the following information: Updated Curriculum Vitae Certified copies of academic certificate(s), transcripts Certified copy of National Identity Card At least two (2) references Certified copies of registration with relevant professional/governing body, where applicable Applications must be routed through current Department Heads, where applicable. Applicants who do not meet the requirements set should be routed through their Permanent Secretary/Department. Applications not so routed will not be considered. Closing date: 25 June 2025 Applications should be addressed to: Commander Botswana Defence Force Private Bag X06 Gaborone Att: Civilian Human Resources Management Unit For further information, contact Recruitment Division at 3663093, 3663834, 3662176 or 3663167. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. No hand deliveries will be accepted.
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