Team Lead Meal

The Team Lead Meal at GIZ plays a pivotal role in overseeing and directing the meal management operations within the organization. This position requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, adept problem-solving abilities, and strong decision-making aptitude to ensure that all meal-related activities run smoothly and efficiently. The Team Lead Meal manages a dynamic team of four individuals, providing guidance, support, and direction to optimize performance and achieve goals. This role is integral to establishing quality standards, enhancing meal programs, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and mandates. The ideal candidate should possess refined conflict resolution skills and organizational capabilities to effectively coordinate tasks and manage resources across multiple projects as they relate to meal provisioning and service delivery. In addition to team management, this role entails engaging with various stakeholders to understand needs and preferences, applying project management principles to oversee meal initiatives, and fostering a collaborative environment. The Team Lead Meal is responsible for ensuring a high standard of service while adhering to the budget constraints, making strategic decisions that align with GIZ's mission and values. Ideal candidates are expected to have at least five years of relevant experience in meal management or related fields, coupled with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead others in achieving optimal outcomes for the organization.
Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of four individuals, providing direction, support, and mentorship to foster a collaborative work environment.
Coordinate the planning and execution of meal programs, ensuring adherence to quality standards and compliance with organizational policies.
Establish, implement and continually improve meal management strategies to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to assess their needs and preferences for meal services.
Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing constructive feedback and identification of development opportunities for team members.
Develop project plans for meal initiatives, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, to ensure successful outcomes.
Utilize problem-solving and decision-making skills to effectively address challenges and conflicts that arise within the team or during service delivery.
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports related to meal operations, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Conduct regular training sessions for team members to enhance skills and knowledge related to meal management practices.
Collaborate with other departments to align meal programs with organizational goals and objectives, promoting interdepartmental synergy.