Catering Event Planner

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Networking opportunities

Creative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Catering Event Planner to organize and execute catering events with a hybrid work approach. You will coordinate with clients, chefs, and operations to ensure flawless events and memorable culinary experiences.

The role requires strong organizational, negotiation, and communication skills, plus budgeting and vendor management. Join a dynamic team delivering diverse, high-quality events across the region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an event planner or coordinator with catering experience.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and office applications.
• Knowledge of food and beverage trends and presentation styles.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to define event objectives, themes, menus, and budgets.
• Develop event plans, timelines, and logistical arrangements for catering services.
• Coordinate with culinary teams to finalize menus, ensuring dietary requirements and client preferences are met.
• Source and manage vendors, suppliers, and external resources as needed for events.
• Oversee on-site event execution, ensuring smooth service delivery, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for each engagement.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Event management software

Office applications

Tools

Event management software

Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Catering Event Planner to manage and execute successful catering events in Kimberley . This hybrid role involves close collaboration with clients, chefs, and operational teams to ensure every event is flawlessly planned and delivered. You will be responsible for understanding client needs, developing creative solutions, managing budgets, and overseeing all aspects of event logistics, combining on-site coordination with remote planning tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive planner passionate about creating memorable culinary experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to define event objectives, themes, menus, and budgets.
• Develop comprehensive event plans, timelines, and logistical arrangements for catering services.
• Coordinate with culinary teams to finalize menus, ensuring dietary requirements and client preferences are met.
• Source and manage vendors, suppliers, and external resources as needed for events.
• Oversee on-site event execution, ensuring smooth service delivery, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for each engagement.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an event planner or coordinator, with specific experience in catering events.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.
• Knowledge of food and beverage trends and presentation styles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility in planning and on-site execution.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of unique and exciting events.
• Professional development and networking opportunities within the events industry.
• A creative and collaborative team environment dedicated to client satisfaction.