Catering Event Manager

Placements24; Windsor Park; Hybrid; NZD 99,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonuses based on performance

Career development opportunities

Exposure to prestigious events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Catering Event Manager to oversee the planning and execution of a broad range of catering events in and around East London. You will translate client visions into flawless executions, manage budgets, coordinate staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences while working in a hybrid model of remote planning and on-site supervision.

This role requires strong leadership, superb communication, and a deep knowledge of catering operations to deliver

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Manager or Senior Catering Coordinator.
• Strong understanding of event planning, logistics, and catering operations.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities.
• Superb communication, interpersonal, and client-relations skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and service protocols.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of catering events, from initial client contact to post-event follow-up.
• Develop detailed event timelines, staffing plans, and logistical arrangements.
• Manage event budgets effectively, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Supervise on-site catering staff, providing clear direction and support during events.
• Liaise with clients, venue managers, and vendors to ensure seamless event operations.
• Address and resolve any issues or challenges that arise during events promptly and professionally.

Skills

Event management

Catering operations

Client relations

Budget management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Catering Event Manager to oversee the planning and execution of a wide range of catering events in and around East London. This role demands a blend of logistical prowess, client management skills, and a deep understanding of culinary service delivery. You will be responsible for translating client visions into flawlessly executed events, managing budgets, coordinating staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This position involves a hybrid work model, allowing for remote planning and on-site event supervision across various venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of catering events, from initial client contact to post-event follow-up.
• Develop detailed event timelines, staffing plans, and logistical arrangements.
• Manage event budgets effectively, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Supervise on-site catering staff, providing clear direction and support during events.
• Liaise with clients, venue managers, and vendors to ensure seamless event operations.
• Address and resolve any issues or challenges that arise during events promptly and professionally.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Manager or Senior Catering Coordinator.
• Strong understanding of event planning, logistics, and catering operations.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities.
• Superb communication, interpersonal, and client-relations skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and service protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote and on-site responsibilities.
• Exposure to a diverse range of prestigious events in East London.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on excellence.