The Role

The Procurement Executive is responsible for meeting procurement goals by analysing/activating supplier contracts; coordinate negotiation with suppliers and develop recommendations on purchasing transaction; and evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time and best prices to ensure that all criterias have been met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and Issue Purchase Orders detailing agreed terms and conditions in accordance to the company procedures;

• Attain and negotiate suppliers’ offers and carry out comparatives of all quotes received;

• Review invoices and confirm that these are in conformity with the purchase orders;

• Prepare purchase reports, including cost analyses;

• Research, evaluate potential suppliers and develop new vendors in accordance to the company’s SOP;

• Coordinate with store to check stock levels as required and place order as needed

• Keep abreast of market/price situation and conduct regular price comparison

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors) 

• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create reports and conduct cost analyses

• Good communication and negotiating skills

• Attention to detail and well organized

• Experience in a purchasing environment would be considered an asset

Intrigued to learn more, and you have got what it takes to become part of this great team? We are very excited to hear from you! Please send us your cv and covering letter by email to: hr@cateressence.com

The Role

 Reporting to the Financial Controller, in this position you will be part of the accounts team with the day to day accounting duties, from Monday to Friday and occasionally on Saturdays.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Sales invoicing of contract catering, events 

• Posting of purchase invoices

 • Outlet sales reconciliations 

• Filing 

• To assist in any other accounting duties as deemed necessary.

The right person should be/have: 

• Dedicated, having excellent communication skills. 

• Multitasking ability coupled with flexible attitude towards work. 

• Reliable and honest. 

• Able to work on own initiative and in a team environment. 

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

. • O-Level or equivalent in accounting.

Reporting directly to the General Manager ( Operations), as the F&B Operations Executive, you will be responsible for the day to day supervision, coordination, development and operation of the  Company’s on site catering activities teams. Your role entails to develop, plan, organise, sell and manage the food and beverage catering activities, while meeting hygiene standards and customer expectations, and reaching financial targets set for each location.

•             Supervise one company wide service team, whereby all the team members are flexible and able to work in any Company location, Hotels, Events.

•             Establish, monitor, analyse and deliver operational budgets and plan service delivery according to contractual and/ or market conditions.

•             Deliver profitability through proper planning and maximising efficient use of resources and controlling costs.

•             Plan and control rosters of all service team members in working in Hotels and Events

•             Supervise, coordinate, develop and improve service operations at each location by supporting in hiring, leading, training, mentoring and directing each team member on their duties to ensure consistent service delivery.

•             Liaise with the HR Department to inspire, lead and develop team members encouraging their further career development, as well as handle any employment related issues of team members.

•             Support the General Manager (Operations) in the preparation and implementation of the annual budgets and business strategic plans, and in business development and sale opportunities related to growth, which are in line with company objectives and goals.

•             Any other duties which may crop up from time to time due to the exigencies of the operations

The Company

CaterEssence is one of the largest and leading privately owned contract caterers in Malta. Established in 2010, CaterEssence operates from a central food processing unit which is spread over 2000 sq. metres at ‘The Landmark’ in Qormi, operating and specialising in contract catering and retail food sales.

The Role

We are looking for an energetic and talented Baker to join our skilled team of chefs at CaterEssence. This role entails someone to daily create mouth-watering Pies, Pastizzi, Sausage-Rolls; you name it, we create it!

Key Responsibilities

• Weighing out of ingredients for all recipes, including dough, pastries and other items
• Scaling and shaping of dough
• Preparation of any sweet and savory items
• Maintain efficiency during periods of high demand
• Lead and of the flour area
• Always provide the highest standard of product quality
• Maintain high hygiene standards

Person Specification (Skills; Knowledge; Experience; Attitude)

• Minimum of 1 Year experience in a commercial establishment
• Proven all round skill set: Creativity, Leadership, Communication, Organization & Cooking Skill.
• Positive can-do attitude

• Keen on working on own initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Have a natural ability to motivate and inspire colleagues
• Prior experience within food manufacturing production will be considered an asset
• Passion for baking and keen to develop further the skills

If all this appeals to you and you have got what it takes to become part of this fantastic team, we would really like to hear from you! Please send us your cv and covering letter by email to: careers@vassallogroupmalta.com

Responsibilities will include:

• Serving customers; selling cakes, coffee, pastries and other products while ensuring customer satisfaction;
• Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks such as coffee, tea, and speciality beverages that meet high quality standards
• Handling of all payments through the use of both the POS and EPOS;
• Maintaining client relationships including order taking, and the handling of client feedback.

Skills required:

• Having a confident, friendly and engaging personality with a service-oriented approach;
• Ability to communicate in both English and Maltese, and computer literate;
• Should be of a smart appearance.

If you are a motivated person, with drive, determination and enthusiasm we want to hear from you!

For more information about The Cake Box, visit our website 

The Cake Box

The Role

The F&B and Banquet Supervisor will monitor the daily operations in hotels and outside catering events and motivate our employees to provide excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a full hands-on role in delivering food and drinks and all aspects of serving customers. Furthermore, he/she will be required to supervise the team daily and ensure the smooth running of the operation while maintaining and nurturing hospitable client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the team in its goal of delivering a unique and outstanding experience to all our clients.
• Ensure all health and safety, food safety, regulations are implemented and followed.
• Support the Manager in planning, implementing and delivery their business plans.
• Manage the day-to-day operations.
• Foster a positive environment, provide a consistent, efficient and friendly service to our customers, and exceed customer expectations.
• Perform all POS duties, front and back of house, including opening and closing procedures, coordinating with the Manager as necessary.
• Provide constant supervision, training and motivation to employees on all aspects of their work.
• Ensure customer requests and feedback, both verbal and written, are responded to promptly and efficiently. 
• Be proactive in solving customer problems and satisfying customers in various situations.

Person Specification (Skills; Knowledge; Experience; Attitude)

• Ability to drive impeccable service standards
• Very strong attention to detail
• Positive can-do attitude
• Previous supervisory experience in catering and banqueting is a must
• Proven all-round skillset: Creativity, Leadership, Communication, Organization & Hospitability Skill. 
• Keen on working on own initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Have a natural ability to motivate and inspire colleagues
• Customer service oriented

The Company

First established in 2014, the Cake Box is a CaterEssence branded chain of cafeterias based in Qormi and Mosta. On a daily basis, The Cake Box provides a variety of creative cakes and signature patisseries, a range of savoruies under our ‘Fresh Eats’ brand, and a selection of hot and cold drinks.

The Role

The Outlet Supervisor will monitor the daily operations and motivate our employees to provide excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a fully hands-on role in the delivery of food and drinks and all aspects of serving customers in our coffee shop. Furthermore, he/she will be required to supervise the team on a daily basis, ensure smooth running of the coffee shop, while maintaining and nurturing hospitable client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the team in its goal of delivering a unique and outstanding experience to all our clients.

• Ensure all health and safety, food safety, regulations are implemented and followed.

• Support the Manager in planning, implementing and delivery their business plans.

• Manage the day-to-day Café operations.

• Foster a positive environment, providing a consistent, efficient and friendly service to our customers and exceeding customer expectations.

• Perform all POS duties, front and back of house, including opening and closing procedures, coordinating with the Manager as necessary.

• Provide constant supervision, training and motivation to employees on all aspects of their work.

• Ensure customer requests and feedback, both verbal and written, are responded to promptly and efficiently. 

• Be pro-active in solving customer problems and satisfying customers in various situations.

Person Specification (Skills; Knowledge; Experience; Attitude)

• Ability to drive impeccable service standards

• Very strong attention to detail.

• Positive can-do attitude

• Previous experience in catering is a must

• Proven all round skill set: Creativity, Leadership, Communication, Organization & Cooking Skill. 

• Keen on working on own initiative in a fast-paced environment

• Have a natural ability to motivate and inspire colleagues

• Customer service oriented

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthy Food Chef to join our dynamic team at CaterEssence. The successful applicant will be joining a highly motivated and effective team in our centrally located CPU, with a commitment to a culinary excellence. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent high quality of food preparation and compliance with all food hygiene           regulations

• Prepare healthy and nutritious meals with the ability to cater for specific dietary requirements

• Create a variety of menus based on seasonality 

• Ensure exceptional quality of all ingredients, preparation and plating of food items

• Adhere to company standards and service levels

Person Specification (Skills; Knowledge; Experience; Attitude)

• Proven all round skill set: Creativity, Leadership, Communication, Organization & Cooking            Skill. 

• Positive can-do attitude

• Keen on working on own initiative in a fast-paced environment

• Able to work with specific dietary requirements

• Previous experience within the healthy eating / plant-based concept (or interest) with genuine           knowledge in nutrition

• Have a natural ability to motivate and inspire colleagues

• Passion for fresh and healthy food

If all this appeals to you and you have got what it takes to become part of this fantastic team, we would really like to hear from you! Please send us your cv and covering letter by email to : hr@cateressence.com

Responsibilities will include:

* Assemble food products and packaging in the correct manner prior to delivery

* Package food in the appropriate packaging containers in an efficient and timely manner, while ensuring the quality of packaged food is according to the company’s standards and procedures

* Examine and inspect containers, materials and product in order to ensure that packing specifications are met

* Once food has been packaged, food packers seal and label containers with the appropriate materials and labels.

* Load materials and products when ready for dispatch

Person specification (Skills, knowledge, experience, attitude)

* Effective communication skills

* Multitasking ability coupled with flexible attitude towards work

* Reliable and honest

* Detail-oriented

* Able to work on own initiative and in a team environment

The right candidate should have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and experience in a comparable position.

Responsibilities will include:

• Interaction with guests and nurturing of an excellent guest experience;
• Preparing tables for meals, including the setting up of silver ware, linen and glass ware as required;
• Being conversant with dishes served and to provide explanations to guests as requested.

Skills and Requirements:

• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills;
• Displaying a friendly, outgoing, courteous attitude towards guests;
• Ability to communicate fluently in English;
• Having a high level of organisation, attention to detail, and a sense of urgency;
• Be flexible to work both lunch and dinner shifts during the week and weekend;
• Previous guest-oriented experience in an a la carte restaurant environment will be considered an asset;

If you are a motivated person with a smart appearance, strong work ethic, positive attitude and high-level service-oriented approach, we want to hear from you.