Project Manager at AKO Catering
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Job snapshot
AKO Catering Facilities Management is recruiting a Project Manager. The post covers employer-scheme lending, stakeholder engagement, and sales delivery. The post is based in Dar es Salaam, closing on September 30, 2026.
| Role | Project Manager |
|---|---|
| Employer | AKO Catering Facilities Management |
| Location | Dar es Salaam |
| Team | Kitchen |
| Deadline | September 30, 2026 |
AKO Catering Facilities Management grows lending and relationship-banking portfolios through its branch and scheme network.
Role overview
The Project Manager plans directs and as covered here oversees catering and facility management operations.
This role ensures high standard service delivery achievement of in the advertised role financial targets strict contract compliance and for this vacancy strong client relationships while in the advertised role driving operational improvements and business growth.
Key responsibilities
- Act as the primary liaison for on this listing clients hold routine review meetings resolve concerns promptly maintain strong client partnerships.
- Maintaining HACCP sanitation food safety standards conduct in the advertised role safety risk assessments and as covered here enforce statutory and internal quality regulations.
- Leading mentor evaluate site staff oversee recruitment and on this listing training with HR foster a productive high performing team environment.
- Preparing and manage operational budgets control food and in the advertised role labor costs review financial performance reports identify revenue expansion opportunities.
- Direct inventory control for food cleaning materials operational supplies to prevent loss and for this vacancy minimize waste.
- Reports To: General Manager.
- Supporting strategic growth initiatives, contribute to tender preparations; manage new contract mobilizations.
- Monitoring operational KPIs, maintain accurate documentation; generate routine financial and management performance reports.
- Coordinating day to day catering and as covered here facility operations conduct routine site audits ensure optimal staffing maintain company service standards.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and on this listing ERP operational management systems.
- Client relationship and contract management.
- Clear communication and negotiation skills.
- Bachelor's degree in in the advertised role Hospitality Management Hotel Management on this listing Business Administration Project Management on this listing Catering Management or a related field.
- Financial acumen and budget control.
- Leadership and team management.
- Minimum of 3 years in catering hospitality facilities as covered here management or camp management Experience in on this listing remote camps or mining in the advertised role sites is a strong advantage.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- A clear grasp of project coordination budget for this vacancy planning cost control HACCP health safety standards.
Key skills
- Safety & Compliance Auditing
- Risk Assessment & Control
- Talent Acquisition
- Project Management
- Inventory & Warehouse Control
- Contract Management
- Sales & Business Development
How to apply
Submit your CV and for this vacancy Cover Letter to on this listing recruitment akogroup co tz by in the advertised role September 30 2026.
Email recruitment@akogroup.co.tz
Common questions
- What role is open?
- AKO Catering Facilities Management is recruiting a Project Manager.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Dar es Salaam.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is September 30, 2026.
- How do I apply?
- Email your application using this address: Email recruitment@akogroup.co.tz
Jobconnect application guidance
Before applying for Project Manager, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Sep 30, 2026.
- Identify 2-3 requirements from the advert and make sure they are clearly visible in your CV, cover letter, or application message.
- Prepare a short application message that mentions the exact job title and why you fit the role.
- Keep your phone and email active after applying so you do not miss interview or assessment updates.
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For Project Manager at AKO Catering at AKO Catering Facilities Management, align your CV with the location and role context: Dar es Salaam.
Interview preparation
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Advert requirement: Bachelor's degree in in the advertised role Hospitality Management Hotel Management on this listing Business Administration Project Management on this listing Catering Management or a related field. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.
Advert requirement: Minimum of 3 years in catering hospitality facilities as covered here management or camp management Experience in on this listing remote camps or mining in the advertised role sites is a strong advantage. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: A clear grasp of project coordination budget for this vacancy planning cost control HACCP health safety standards. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and on this listing ERP operational management systems. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Project Manager position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Project Manager. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Bachelor's degree in in the advertised role Hospitality Management Hotel Management on this listing Business Administration Project Management on this.
I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Coordinating day to day catering and as covered here facility operations conduct routine site audits ensure optimal staffing maintain company service standards for this v.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Sep 30, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
How to apply for this job
For Project Manager, use the method in this advert and finish before September 30, 2026.
- Prepare a PDF cover letter and CV named with your full name.
- Email your application to recruitment@akogroup.co.tz using the subject line for Project Manager at AKO Catering.
- Attach only the documents listed in this advert. Submit before September 30, 2026.
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