Catering Team Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership development

Dynamic event environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a proactive Catering Team Leader to guide and support catering staff during events and operations. You will ensure smooth service, uphold presentation standards, and lead your team with confidence.

You will collaborate closely with the Catering Manager to deliver exceptional client experiences, manage service flow, and maintain food safety and cleanliness across all event spaces, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or team leader role within catering or hospitality.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Understanding of catering operations and food safety standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Customer-focused approach and commitment to quality service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct catering staff during event setup, service, and breakdown.
• Ensure all food and beverages are prepared, presented, and served according to company standards.
• Monitor service quality and guest satisfaction throughout events.
• Assist in managing inventory and maintaining cleanliness of service areas and equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to catering team members.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Communication

Customer service

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and reliable Catering Team Leader to guide and support their catering staff during events and operations in Vereeniging . In this role, you will ensure the smooth execution of service, maintain high standards of presentation, and provide leadership to your team. You will work closely with the Catering Manager to uphold the company's reputation for excellence and client satisfaction. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering outstanding hospitality services in the bustling Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct catering staff during event setup, service, and breakdown.
• Ensure all food and beverages are prepared, presented, and served according to company standards.
• Monitor service quality and guest satisfaction throughout events.
• Assist in managing inventory and maintaining cleanliness of service areas and equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to catering team members.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Good understanding of catering service operations and food safety standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• A customer-focused approach and a commitment to quality service.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills in the catering sector in Vereeniging .
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced event environment.
• Supportive team and management structure.
• Be part of delivering memorable experiences for clients.