AP Capital Logistics is a Southern African catering company that employs over 1000 staff and provides catering services to over 80 institutions, with an annual turnover exceeding 150 million South African Rand. The company aims to empower local employees through worker trusts and equity shareholding, and has established partnerships in several countries with local investment partners who have directorship status. AP Capital Logistics provides integrated facilities management and catering services through well-trained personnel and a commitment to clients' changing needs.
2. Introduction.
Born from Company established in 1992 All members of management have many years
with present annual turnover in excess of of experience in the catering and related
ZAR 150 million in Southern Africa; service industry;
Employs in excess of 1000 staff and
They are assisted by an active system of
manages approximately 300 allocated client
support services, including training and
staff;
dietetic departments staffed by qualified and
Specializes in catering services to in excess of focused personnel who are well respected in
80 schools, colleges, hospitals, factories, their fields;
mines and similar institutions;
Provides our clients with a hands-on service
where senior management is always available
should the need arise;
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3.
4. Introduction.
Workers Trust’s have been established, wherein all
Successful rollouts of the equity shareholding structure
permanent, local employees of the Company are recognised in
model in Southern African countries, demonstrates a
an effort to actively empower the employees and hence, pass
proven track record of success in Swaziland, Lesotho,
“ownership” of the related services onto them; These
Namibia & Zimbabwe;
employees are by association, all beneficiaries of the Workers
In these regions, the Group has adopted a philosophy of Trust; The Trust maybe even hold equity in the particular local
engaging local partners who are afforded directorship Company!
status with meaningful equity shareholding;
Mozambique is a case where a partnership was formed Workers Trust’s have been established, wherein all
with a strategic Local investment partner. permanent, local employees of the Company are recognised in
an effort to actively empower the employees and hence, pass
These partners, where possible, are included in strategic
“ownership” of the related services onto them; These
decision making processes and are regarded as an integral
employees are by association, all beneficiaries of the Workers
part in the establishment of a company footprint and in
Trust; The Trust maybe even hold equity in the particular local
ultimately, expanding on our business base;
Company!
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5. Directors.
MR. Giles King CEO – Capitol Caterers SA
Executive Director - Capitol Services Mozambique
Mr. Apolinário Pateguana CEO – AP Capital
Executive Director – Capitol Services Mozambique
Mr. Augusto Mendes Managing Director – AP Capital Logistics
Operations Director – Capitol Services Mozambique
Mr. Dave Willment National Operations Manager – Capitol
Caterers SA Operations Director – Capitol Services Mozambique
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6. EQUITY SHAREHOLDING
AP CAPITAL PARTNERS
ITAKANE TRADING 47
(PTY) LTD
trading as
CAPITOL CATERERS
8. Our Facilities Management Services include:
Design, Engineer and Construction of Security Services;
Accommodation Camps; Sewerage Treatment Solutions;
Furnish, manage and maintain the Camp Waste Management;
(Integrated Facilities Management Water and Sewerage Reticulation
Services) – CAPEX;
Reception Services;
Bar Services;
Recreational Facilities;
Catering Services / Site Feeding;
Security Services;
Cleaning Services;
Gardens and Maintenance Services; Sewerage Treatment Solutions;
Housekeeping Services; Waste Management;
Human Resource Management; Water and Sewerage Reticulation
Laundry Services;
Logistics and Procurement Support;
Potable Water Solutions;
Reception Services;
Recreational Facilities;
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9. What’s perceived to be important to you
To be provided with a range of identified service solutions in
accordance with the requirements and expectations associated
with the identified institution;
Value for money without compromising on service quality and
attention to uncompromising standards;
Demonstration of flexibility to the changing visions and needs of
the institution;
Presence of a professional and competent off- and on-site team
to deliver service excellence ;
Being an “extension” of the Institution’s management in
ensuring the expectations of all parties concerned are not only met,
but exceeded!
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10. What’s perceived to be
important to you.
Assigning a team of identified staff members to
professionally manage and deliver all your
service requirements, overseen by a competent
Facilities Manager
Proven Financial Controls and Standard
control procedures to provide
A consolidated monthly account
Regular internal audits
Monthly reporting
Delivering a professional service for all
Ad Hoc requests
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11. Capitol Services Solution.
Proven service skills providing the
following benefits:
Consistently good service
Good quality food
Value for money
A problem-free operation
Flexibility and understanding of the ever changing
needs of the client, diner and visitor to the
establishment
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13. Staffing
Capitol Services Mozambique will appoint a Site Manager to
oversee the institution’s operation. We will have a team on site to
fulfill the service. The Manager will manage the operation,
implement our systems and provide ongoing training of the team.
Equipment
Services related equipment and smalls, whether new or
replacement, will be for the cost of the Institution. Capitol
Services Mozambique undertakes to train all staff in the correct
use thereof. Maintenance of the equipment will be the
responsibility of the Institution. Any repairs required as a result of
negligence, will be borne by Capitol Ser.
Repairs and Maintenance
Routine maintenance and repairs will be conducted by Capitol on
a cost plus arrangement to be negotiated.
Hygiene Standards
As an additional service to our clients, Capitol Services
Mozambique would appoint the services of an independent
company to carryout independent hygiene audits, monitoring
and making recommendations not only on hygiene standards but
also on key aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Considering the climate in which we operate, we believe this
service to be crucial in maintaining a safe and hygienic catering
and accommodation environment.
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14. Uniforms
The services team will be neatly and cleanly attired in
appropriate, uniforms at all times;
Cleaning Materials
Cleaning materials and chemicals as required will be provided;
Wrapping and Packaging
Wrapping and packaging as required will be provided;
Functions
Functions form part of our service. Should you have any function
requirements, these functions will be quoted for at cost plus a
mark-up plus IVA. The Catering Manager overseeing the
operation will be available for consultation regarding any
function booking.
Payment Terms
Capitol Services Mozambique will submit any statements of
account with Services” invoices within (2) two working days
from the end of each accounting month payable within (30) thirty
days of presentation.
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