Department Head Epping, Cape Town, South

The purpose of the Department Head is to control production processes in line with production and food hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Full control of production processes and responsible for maintaining production standards in terms of quality, process flows, volumes and food hygiene.
• Responsible for all labour-related issues, including ensuring that all positions are managed at all times.
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the company’s disciplinary code.
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management.
• Assist with production administration and compiling of documentation and statistics as required.
• Maintaining and implementing the 20 Keys principles, including Health & Safety of the department.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Proven experience in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience in large-scale food production and processing.
• Computer literacy – MS Office (MS Excel proficiency is a distinct advantage).
• Experience using an ERP system.
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Fluent in English and a second official language.
• Have the ability to cope under pressure and manage staff professionally.
• Be hardworking, honest and self-motivated.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime as required.

We offer a competitive total cost to company salary package.