Catering Manager - Corporate Events

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee corporate event catering in Centurion. You will lead client relationships, coordinate event logistics, supervise staff, and ensure seamless service delivery at high-profile gatherings.

The ideal candidate has a strong hospitality background, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive leadership style. You will manage proposals, budgets, and contracts, while upholding health and safety standards and delivering outstanding

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Catering Management or Event Management within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage service, event logistics, and operations.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and contract negotiation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of corporate catering events, from initial client consultation to post-event follow-up.
• Develop proposals and quotes, negotiating contracts and ensuring profitability of events.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff, service teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless event execution.
• Supervise event staff on-site, providing clear direction and ensuring adherence to service standards.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are met throughout the event planning and execution process.

Skills

Catering Management

Event Management

Client relationship management

Budgeting & Cost control

Negotiation

Leadership

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and meticulous Catering Manager to oversee corporate event catering services in Centurion . This key role involves managing client relationships, coordinating event logistics, ensuring seamless service delivery, and supervising the event staff. You will be the primary point of contact for corporate clients, ensuring their needs are met and their events are executed flawlessly. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong understanding of the hospitality industry, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of corporate catering events, from initial client consultation to post-event follow-up.
• Develop proposals and quotes, negotiating contracts and ensuring profitability of events.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff, service teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless event execution.
• Supervise event staff on-site, providing clear direction and ensuring adherence to service standards.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are met throughout the event planning and execution process.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Catering Management or Event Management within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage service, event logistics, and operations.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and contract negotiation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to manage high-profile corporate events.
• A dynamic work environment with a focus on client satisfaction and service excellence.
• Potential for career advancement within the catering and hospitality sector.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.