Catering Operations Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Híbrido; ZAR 360.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Health and retirement benefits

Competitive salary with incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a detail-oriented Catering Operations Specialist. This hybrid role combines office planning with on-site oversight to coordinate event requirements, manage resources, and optimize service delivery.

You will work with culinary and sales teams, support budgeting and procurement, ensure food safety standards, and provide hands-on event support to ensure client satisfaction.

Formación

• 2+ years of catering operations, logistics, or event management.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience with inventory management and scheduling software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in both an office and on-site at events.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, transportation, and equipment allocation.
• Manage inventory of catering supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Develop and implement operational procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Assist in budget management and cost control for catering operations.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Provide on-site support during key events to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Inventory management

Scheduling software

Herramientas

Inventory management software

Scheduling software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Catering Operations Specialist to join their team in Queenstown . This hybrid role involves managing the logistical and operational aspects of catering services, ensuring efficiency and quality from planning through execution. You will work closely with the culinary and sales teams to coordinate event requirements, manage resources, and optimize operational workflows. This position offers a blend of office-based strategic planning and on-site oversight, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both hands-on problem-solving and process improvement within the dynamic catering industry in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, transportation, and equipment allocation.
• Manage inventory of catering supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Develop and implement operational procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Assist in budget management and cost control for catering operations.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Provide on-site support during key events to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in catering operations, logistics, or event management.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in using relevant software for inventory management and scheduling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in both an office environment and on-site at events.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive team environment.
• Gain diverse experience supporting various catering events in Queenstown .