Catering Operations Assistant - Remote Support

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Assistant to provide remote support to our operations team. The role focuses on administrative tasks, coordinating schedules, and assisting with event logistics from a distance to ensure smooth catering services.

You will liaise with clients and vendors, manage documentation, monitor supplies, and support the Operations Manager with reporting using remote tools.

Qualifications

• Proven administrative or coordination experience in remote work.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and remote collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering event schedules including staff allocation and logistics.
• Manage event-related documentation and ensure accessibility.
• Communicate with clients and vendors to confirm details.
• Support the Operations Manager with administrative tasks and reporting.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with procurement of supplies.
• Troubleshoot operational issues in a remote setting.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Organizational skills

Remote collaboration

Effective communication

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Asana

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Catering Operations Assistant to provide remote support to their operations team. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of catering services by managing administrative tasks, coordinating schedules, and assisting with event logistics from a distance. You will be the backbone of the remote operational support, ensuring clear communication channels are maintained between various departments and supporting the efficient execution of catering events. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative skills and a keen interest in the hospitality industry to contribute to a successful team in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating catering event schedules, including staff allocation and logistics.
• Manage and organize event-related documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Communicate with clients and vendors to confirm event details and address inquiries.
• Support the Operations Manager with administrative tasks and reporting using remote tools .
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with procurement processes for supplies.
• Help troubleshoot operational challenges and provide solutions as needed in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Proven administrative or coordination experience, preferably in a remote work setting.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with collaboration software (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Asana).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to supporting the team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning in operations management.
• Supportive team culture and collaborative virtual environment.
• Contribution to the success of diverse and exciting catering events.