Catering Event Manager

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Flexible work arrangements

Health benefits

Professional growth

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Catering Event Manager to plan and execute high-quality catering events in Tembisa and surrounding areas. You will coordinate all logistics from client consultation to post-event evaluation, ensuring exceptional service, food presentation, and guest satisfaction.

The role requires strong organizational skills, budget management, and impeccable communication, with a passion for delivering memorable experiences in the Tembisa community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event management, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a talent for multitasking under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Proficiency in event planning software and standard office applications.
• A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and memorable event experiences in Tembisa.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end planning and execution of diverse catering events, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Liaise directly with clients to understand their event requirements, preferences, and expectations.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff, service teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless event operations.
• Develop detailed event proposals, timelines, and staffing plans.
• Oversee on-site event execution, troubleshooting any issues that arise to maintain service excellence.
• Conduct post-event debriefs and client feedback sessions to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Event management

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Budgeting

Cost control

Event planning tools

Office applications

Customer service

Multitasking

Tools

Event planning software

Office suites

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and highly organized Catering Event Manager to manage and execute successful catering events in Tembisa and surrounding areas. This role requires a proactive individual who can seamlessly coordinate all logistical aspects of events, from initial client consultation to post-event evaluation. You will be responsible for ensuring that every event delivered meets and exceeds client expectations in terms of service quality, food presentation, and overall guest satisfaction. This is a crucial position that bridges client needs with operational delivery, playing a key role in the company's success and client retention, especially within the vibrant Tembisa community.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end planning and execution of diverse catering events, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Liaise directly with clients to understand their event requirements, preferences, and expectations.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff, service teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless event operations.
• Develop detailed event proposals, timelines, and staffing plans.
• Oversee on-site event execution, troubleshooting any issues that arise to maintain service excellence.
• Conduct post-event debriefs and client feedback sessions to identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event management, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a talent for multitasking under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Proficiency in event planning software and standard office applications.
• A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and memorable event experiences in Tembisa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Flexible work arrangements, balancing office-based planning with on-site event management.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a reputable catering company.
• Be part of a dynamic team contributing to memorable occasions for clients in the Tembisa region.