Catering Operations Assistant

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Tools provided

Training opportunities

Team‑oriented environment

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Catering Operations Assistant to support the catering management team. You will help with inventory, event prep, staff coordination, and ensuring health and safety standards are met.

The role offers hands-on experience in a busy catering operation, with on-site shifts including weekends/evenings, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality support role is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and evenings.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing catering inventory, including ordering supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Support the setup and breakdown of catering equipment and services for events.
• Help coordinate catering staff schedules and provide on-site support during events as needed.
• Ensure that all catering areas and equipment are kept clean, organized, and maintained according to hygiene standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as preparing event documentation and tracking expenses.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, clients, and team members to facilitate operational efficiency.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Catering Operations Assistant to provide essential support to their catering management team in Vereeniging . This role is crucial for the smooth running of daily operations, involving tasks such as inventory management, event preparation, staff coordination, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will work closely with the operations manager and catering staff to ensure that all events are executed efficiently and to the highest quality. This is an ideal position for someone looking to gain hands‑on experience in catering operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing catering inventory, including ordering supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Support the setup and breakdown of catering equipment and services for events.
• Help coordinate catering staff schedules and provide on-site support during events as needed.
• Ensure that all catering areas and equipment are kept clean, organized, and maintained according to hygiene standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as preparing event documentation and tracking expenses.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, clients, and team members to facilitate operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a support role within the catering or hospitality industry is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings, as required by event schedules.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene principles.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for increases based on performance.
• Opportunities for training and development in catering operations management.
• Gain valuable experience in a busy and dynamic industry.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork.
• Uniform and necessary tools for the job provided.