Catering Operations Assistant – East London Growth

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and development programs

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Assistant to join our client’s team in East London. You will support the event management group with logistics, inventory control, and supplier coordination, gaining broad exposure to a busy catering operation.

This entry-level role emphasizes organization, communication, and a willingness to learn, with on-site training, competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement within a growing event catering company.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative or operational support, preferably in hospitality or catering.
• Excellent organizational and detail orientation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing inventory levels for food, beverages, and catering equipment.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery of goods and services.
• Support event managers with logistical planning and on-site assistance as needed.
• Help maintain organization and cleanliness within storage and operational areas.
• Prepare necessary documentation for events, such as packing lists and supplier orders.
• Provide general administrative support to the catering operations team.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Assistant to join our client’s team in East London. You will support the event management group with logistics, inventory control, and supplier coordination, gaining broad exposure to a busy catering operation.

This entry-level role emphasizes organization, communication, and a willingness to learn, with on-site training, competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement within a growing event catering company.