Position: Quality, Hygiene & Stock Controller
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade
Job Category: Retail Operations
Contract Type: Permanent
Apply By: January 16, 2025
Listing Reference: woolw_001035

Introduction:

Woolworths, a leading South African retailer, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality, Hygiene & Stock Controller to join their Head Office Catering Department in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring operational and hygiene excellence across the department. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with experience in the hospitality or corporate kitchen environment to contribute to Woolworths’ commitment to quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Quality, Hygiene & Stock Controller, your core duties will involve overseeing cleanliness, stock management, and ensuring food safety protocols are consistently adhered to. Specific responsibilities include:

Kitchen Hygiene and Cleanliness: Coordinate the cleaning of the kitchen and ensure that all areas are covered with appropriate cleaning equipment and products.

Early Morning Breakfast Preparation: Assist with the setup and preparation of breakfast services, ensuring all food safety standards are met.

Stock Management: Oversee the stock in refrigerators, ensuring that products are stored correctly according to cold chain disciplines.

Temperature Monitoring: Conduct and record routine temperature checks on food and storage areas, addressing any temperature discrepancies immediately.

Ingredient Issuance: Issue both wet and dry ingredients needed for daily meal preparation, ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.

Stock Shortage Reporting: Inform the Cooks Team Leader of any stock shortages, including consumables, and assist in sourcing required items.

Menu Updates: Communicate any changes in the menu to the Cooks Team Leader and ensure that preparations align with these updates.

Ad-Hoc Audits: Conduct audits in the Catering department as required, ensuring adherence to company standards and food safety regulations.

Audit Preparation: Assist in preparing the department for the Bi-Annual audit, ensuring all documentation and processes are in order.

Daily Kitchen Checklist: Complete the daily kitchen checklist, ensuring all operational procedures are followed meticulously.

Supplier Relations: Maintain good communication with external suppliers, particularly those involved in maintenance and pest control.

Issue Reporting: Report any urgent issues to management in a timely manner, helping to resolve problems quickly and effectively.

File and Document Maintenance: Ensure that all necessary files and documents are maintained for auditing and compliance purposes.

Continuous Improvement: Monitor and review operational processes regularly to maintain high standards and improve quality where necessary.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education: Matric (Grade 12) qualification is essential.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, corporate kitchen, or canteen environment.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong understanding of audit processes and cold chain disciplines.
• Proficient in English, with the ability to write detailed reports.
• Computer literacy is essential for documentation and reporting.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team to achieve common goals.
• Organizational Skills: Strong planning and organizational abilities, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality standards are consistently maintained.
• Quality Driven: Commitment to maintaining and improving quality standards in all aspects of the role.
• Customer Focused: A strong understanding of customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
• High-Pressure Handling: Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Flexibility and Innovation: Adaptability to changing environments and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to ensure smooth coordination with internal teams and external suppliers.

Employment Equity Commitment:

Woolworths is a proud South African brand, and as part of their commitment to transformation, the company will consider employment equity goals when making recruitment decisions.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Quality, Hygiene & Stock Controller position at Woolworths, please complete the online application form by visiting the official Woolworths careers website. Ensure you submit your updated CV along with any supporting documentation required for the role.

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Closing Date: January 16, 2025.

If you are passionate about maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and stock control in a dynamic kitchen environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with Woolworths.

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