Senior Event Caterer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Creative menu input

Professional growth

Quality client service

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Event Caterer to join a fully remote team serving clients across the United States. You will manage end-to-end bespoke catering experiences from concept to execution, leveraging culinary trends, logistics, and client communication to deliver exceptional results.

You will design menus, supervise virtual coordination of logistics, ensure food safety and quality, and guide clients through planning, while collaborating with the culinary team to

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Event Caterer or in a senior catering role.
• Expertise in menu development, food costing, and inventory management.
• Exceptional client relationship management and communication skills for remote settings.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations in food service.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with catering software and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design customized menus tailored to client needs and event themes, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Oversee the virtual coordination of all event logistics, including staffing, equipment, and vendor management.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food presentation, quality, and safety throughout the event lifecycle.
• Manage client communication, providing expert advice and ensuring a seamless planning process from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Conduct remote site inspections and assessments to ensure venue suitability for catering operations.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop innovative dishes and maintain a high level of culinary excellence.

Skills

Event catering

Menu development

Remote communication

Food safety

Project management

Catering software

Tools

Catering software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Senior Event Caterer to join their innovative remote team, focusing on clients in the George region. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of bespoke catering experiences, ensuring exceptional quality and client satisfaction from concept to execution, all managed virtually. You will leverage your extensive knowledge of culinary trends, event logistics, and client communication to deliver unparalleled service. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to a forward-thinking catering company, utilizing your expertise in a fully remote capacity and driving memorable events for discerning clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design customized menus tailored to client needs and event themes, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Oversee the virtual coordination of all event logistics, including staffing, equipment, and vendor management.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food presentation, quality, and safety throughout the event lifecycle.
• Manage client communication, providing expert advice and ensuring a seamless planning process from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Conduct remote site inspections and assessments to ensure venue suitability for catering operations.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop innovative dishes and maintain a high level of culinary excellence.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an Event Caterer or in a similar senior catering role, with a strong portfolio of successfully managed events.
• Expertise in menu development, food costing, and inventory management.
• Exceptional client relationship management and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations within the food service industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with catering software and virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position.
• Opportunities for creative input and menu innovation.
• Supportive team environment with professional growth prospects.
• Be part of a company that values quality, creativity, and exceptional client service.