Catering Operations Lead — Events & Guest Experience

Placements24; Queenstown; In loco; NZD 60.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Performance-based bonuses

Overtime pay

Professional development and training

Positive team environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Supervisor to oversee daily catering operations for events, manage staff, and ensure top-quality service. You will coordinate logistics, monitor health and safety compliance, and work closely with the culinary team to meet client expectations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in catering operations or event management, with strong leadership and cost-control abilities, and a proactive approach to delivering

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of experience in catering operations, event management, or a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing event demands.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Proactive approach to operational challenges.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality service and guest satisfaction.
• Basic understanding of inventory management and cost control.

Mansioni

• Supervise daily catering operations, including food preparation, service, and delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of catering staff to meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.
• Coordinate event logistics from setup to breakdown.
• Manage inventory and control costs while maintaining quality.
• Collaborate with the catering manager and culinary team on service delivery.
• Address client inquiries on-site and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of catering areas.
• Conduct pre-event staff briefings outlining roles and expectations.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Food safety

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Inventory management

Cost control

Flexibility

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Catering Operations Supervisor to oversee daily catering operations for events, manage staff, and ensure top-quality service. You will coordinate logistics, monitor health and safety compliance, and work closely with the culinary team to meet client expectations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in catering operations or event management, with strong leadership and cost-control abilities, and a proactive approach to delivering