Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Lead to oversee remote catering services in the Upington region. You will coordinate with on-site teams, manage vendors, and drive operational improvements from a distance to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.

The role requires strong remote leadership, logistics know-how, and budget management to ensure high service standards and compliant operations across locations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in catering operations management or a similar field.
• Proven ability to manage teams and operations remotely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory control, and financial management in a catering context.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise remote catering operations, ensuring seamless execution of events.
• Develop and implement efficient operational processes and best practices for service delivery.
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality.
• Oversee inventory management, budget adherence, and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations for catering services.
• Act as a liaison between clients, on-site teams, and management to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Logistics management

Inventory control

Financial management

Vendor relations

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Catering software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced Catering Operations Lead to manage and optimize their catering services remotely, with a focus on operations within the Upington region. This role requires a strategic thinker who can oversee daily operations, manage resources efficiently, and ensure the highest standards of service delivery from a distance. You will be responsible for coordinating with on-site teams, managing vendor relationships, and implementing operational improvements to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned operations professional who excels in remote team leadership and possesses a deep understanding of the catering industry's demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise remote catering operations, ensuring seamless execution of events.
• Develop and implement efficient operational processes and best practices for service delivery.
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality.
• Oversee inventory management, budget adherence, and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations for catering services.
• Act as a liaison between clients, on-site teams, and management to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in catering operations management or a similar field.
• Proven ability to manage teams and operations remotely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory control, and financial management in a catering context.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with catering software and virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Remote work arrangement with opportunities to impact operations across various locations.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment focused on innovation and excellence.