Catering Officer

Overall Purpose of The Job To achieve the targeted crew victualling rates established with clients and ensure that victualing service provided meets/exceeds clients expectations. To provide administered vessels with the necessary catering materials and supportive services in order to achieve consistent levels of victualing service within the given budgetary guidelines and as per client agreements. To assist clients swiftly and promptly with information or other supportive services that may be requested. To assist the various departments swiftly and promptly with information or other supportive services that may be requested. Key Responsibilities and Tasks To prepare quotations and purchase orders, facilitating procurement of provisions and other stores. To ensure prompt communication with the vessels under service. To monitor operating budgets and communicate any reporting issues or overconsumption to the respective vessels in cooperation with Administration Department. To monitor quality of victualing services delivered on board and ensure that these meet / exceed client and crew expectations. To communicate with clients in order to ensure smooth delivery of service. To implement operating standards, policies and procedures To communicate interoffice issues as required. To assist in the control of activities (as per company guidelines) in case of incidents or emergencies. Essential Good understanding of finance and possess good analytical skills. Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Accounting systems. Very good interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. The highest personal integrity standards, a positive outlook and be self-motivated to develop & succeed. A good command of the English language both written and oral.