Careers

Why Choose Neriku?

Since 1969, Neriku Catering has established itself as a leader in the catering industry; providing top quality service at affordable prices. Fuelled by our passion for food, we are constantly seeking to upgrade and modernise our infrastructure, and provide opportunities to our team to keep innovating and creating original, delicious and beautifully presented food. Being a family-run business built on customer focus, tradition and innovation are integral parts of our story. Help us write the next chapter. 

We offer you in return: 

• An opportunity to be a part of something great, be a part of the next chapter of our success story
• Career prospects – it is important that our employees grow with us. We offer the opportunity to attend conferences, webinars, courses and training so you can develop your professional skills
• Working alongside colleagues who are passionate about their work in a dynamic environment
• Competitive salary and compensation package
• Celebrations: team building events, corporate parties and birthday celebrations
• Daily buffet lunch for all employees
• Discounts on services

As part of our growth strategy these are our current vacancies: 

 1. Logistics & Events Manager 

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable events & weddings? We are looking for a new Logistics & Events Manager with a knack for logistics and a love for outside catering to join our dynamic team.   

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Exercise administrative control and coordination of events & weddings operations including staffing, scheduling, purchasing of equipment, inventory control, breakage control and records

• Oversee that all the necessities required per event are organised for example but not limited to linen, ice, transportation, consumables, equipment, and staff 
• Do random checks on events to analyse the service Neriku is offering to our clients, to determine if the food, service and overall presentation are up to standard 
• Obtain feedback from customers and make sure to improve any areas which require improvement
• Conduct short- and long-term planning for the events department
• Ensure that personnel consistently maintain a high level of quality service
• Coordinate with clients & events/wedding planners for succesful execution of weddings & events
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety standards
• Demonstrate excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups and menus in collaboration with the Head Chef and Sales Team
• To conduct regular team meetings an briefings with necessary departments such as management, head chef, sales, purchasing etc. 
• Provide effective leadership to coach and train employees to reflect company service standards and procedures

Skills & Requirements: 

• Strong attention to detail to ensure that all aspects of an event & wedding are covered
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Project management skills; ability to create and follow timelines and schedules
• Exhibit quick decision-making skills to handle unexpected issues that arise on the day of the event
• Strong focus on customer satisfaction and the ability to meet clients` needs and expectations
• Basic IT skills
• Fluency in Maltese & English

2. Chef De Partie 

We are seeking a dedicated Chef De Partie to join our dynamic team in the larder section.

Would you like to make your mark in the kitchen with an industry leading team?  Work during the mornings and become a part of something great! The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence in their assigned section of the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare food in assigned section following recipes and cooking standards
• Maintain productivity levels by delegating tasks to commis de cuisine, ordering food products
• Uphold consistent high quality of food items as per company standards
• Assist in preparing and completing requisition forms

Requirements:

• Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of two years of experience working in a professional kitchen

 3. Dispatch Assistant 

Join our dynamic team as our new Dispatch Assistant and become part of a leading catering company dedicated to providing high-quality, innovative food solutions. 

Our new Dispatch Assistant is the link between the kitchen and our dispatch operations, while ensuring timely order fulfilment and effective coordination. This role requires attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Coordinate and Liaise with Delivery Drivers and Chefs
• Manage documentation related to orders
• Assist in organising orders scheduled for delivery
• Prepare and Package daily orders
• Assist in loading & unloading delivery vehicles
• Actively participate in daily logistics and operations 

Requirements: 

• Proven experience in a dispatch or logistics department 
• Fluent in English & Maltese 
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills 
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Ability to lift and move heavy packages 

Submit your cover letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) to vacancies@neriku.com