Elite Corporate Event Catering Manager - High-Profile Events

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus commission

Medical aid & retirement benefits

Prestigious corporate events in Kimber

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Corporate Event Catering Manager to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-profile corporate events. You will build strong client relationships, tailor bespoke event concepts, and oversee budgets while coordinating with culinary and service teams.

The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, ensuring flawless guest experiences and adherence to corporate dining etiquette and trends in the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in event management, catering management, or sales within corporate events.
• Proven track record of successfully managing high-value corporate events and client accounts.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and budgeting skills.
• Proficiency in event planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of corporate dining trends, etiquette and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end planning and execution of corporate catering events.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with corporate clients.
• Conduct client consultations to understand needs, objectives and brand identity.
• Create customized proposals, menus and event designs within budgets.
• Oversee budgets and ensure profitability.
• Coordinate with culinary team to develop innovative menus.
• Coordinate with service staff, venues, and suppliers for seamless logistics.
• Manage on-site event operations and guest experiences.
• Address client concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Conduct post-event analysis to measure success and identify improvements.

Skills

Client management

Budgeting

Communication skills

Negotiation

Event planning software

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Hospitality/Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Corporate Event Catering Manager to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-profile corporate events. You will build strong client relationships, tailor bespoke event concepts, and oversee budgets while coordinating with culinary and service teams.

The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, ensuring flawless guest experiences and adherence to corporate dining etiquette and trends in the Northern Cape.