Catering Team Lead

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Medical and retirement benefits

Exposure to a variety of events

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a client in Mahikeng, seeks a proactive Catering Team Lead to guide event staff and ensure service excellence during live events. You will supervise catering attendants, coordinate on-site execution, and act as the main liaison between clients and the operations team while maintaining high standards of food presentation, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Experience in leadership, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic event setting are essential

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or team lead role within catering or hospitality.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with clients and team members.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of catering staff during events, ensuring efficient workflow and high service standards.
• Oversee the setup, service, and breakdown of catering events, ensuring all aspects are managed seamlessly.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients, addressing needs and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene protocols throughout all events.
• Train new team members on service procedures, presentation standards, and client interaction.
• Collaborate with the catering manager to manage resources, inventory, and operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Time management

Food safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and organized Catering Team Lead to guide their event staff and ensure exceptional service delivery in Mahikeng . This role involves supervising a team of catering assistants, coordinating on-site event execution, and acting as a key liaison between clients and the operational team. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food presentation, service, and guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a dynamic event environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of catering staff during events, ensuring efficient workflow and high service standards.
• Oversee the setup, service, and breakdown of catering events, ensuring all aspects are managed seamlessly.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients, addressing needs and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene protocols throughout all events.
• Train new team members on service procedures, presentation standards, and client interaction.
• Collaborate with the catering manager to manage resources, inventory, and operational improvements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead role within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with clients and team members.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for bonuses based on event success.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the catering management structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Exposure to a variety of events and clientele.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional growth.