Catering Team Lead — Flexible Hours at Large-Scale Events

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Diverse large-scale events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Catering Team Leader to oversee on-site staff during large-scale events in Soweto, Gauteng. The role requires hands-on leadership, ensuring smooth service, high standards of guest satisfaction, and clear communication with event management.

You will guide staff through setup, service, and breakdown, training new team members, and maintaining safe, sanitary conditions while delivering exceptional catering experiences at diverse events across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in catering, hospitality, or event service roles.
• Experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity is essential.
• Strong understanding of event service protocols and customer service principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct catering staff during events in Soweto, Gauteng.
• Ensure staff adhere to service quality, presentation, and professionalism.
• Assist in training new team members and provide ongoing guidance to existing staff.
• Manage event flow and service timing to ensure efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Address guest inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Oversee equipment and buffet station setup and handling.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment during events.
• Report issues to the event manager or supervisor.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Staff training

Event service

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Catering Team Leader to oversee on-site staff during large-scale events in Soweto, Gauteng. The role requires hands-on leadership, ensuring smooth service, high standards of guest satisfaction, and clear communication with event management.

You will guide staff through setup, service, and breakdown, training new team members, and maintaining safe, sanitary conditions while delivering exceptional catering experiences at diverse events across Gauteng.