Catering Team Leader - Large Scale Events

Placements24; Soweto; Sur place; ZAR 83 000 - 124 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Overtime opportunities

Diverse large-scale events

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Staff training

Event service

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent event catering company servicing large-scale events in Soweto, Gauteng , is seeking a motivated and experienced Catering Team Leader. This role requires a hands‑on individual responsible for guiding and supervising catering staff during events, ensuring smooth service delivery, and maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively in a fast‑paced, demanding environment typical of large‑scale events in Soweto . You will be crucial in the on‑site execution of successful catering services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct catering staff during event setup, service, and breakdown in Soweto, Gauteng .
• Ensure all service staff adhere to company standards for service quality, presentation, and professionalism.
• Assist in training new team members and providing 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 the proper handling and setup of service equipment and buffet stations.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment during events.
• Report any issues or incidents to the event manager or supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering, hospitality, or event service roles.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity is essential.
• Strong understanding of event service protocols and customer service principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Flexibility to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, as required for events in Soweto .
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• A positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive hourly wage with the potential for overtime, depending on event schedules in Soweto . Our client provides opportunities to work at diverse and exciting large-scale events, offering valuable experience in the catering industry. You will be part of a dedicated and supportive team environment. Join us in delivering exceptional catering services across Gauteng and contribute to memorable event experiences.