Corporate Catering Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary incentives

Career progression

High-profile events

Health benefits

Professional environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a seasoned Corporate Catering Manager to lead a high-volume division, delivering catering for meetings, conferences, and events with culinary excellence. You will oversee a dedicated team, build client relationships, plan menus, and ensure flawless logistics and service.

You will manage budgets and profitability while driving growth in the corporate sector, mentoring staff and fostering a culture of excellence.

Formación

• 5+ years of corporate catering or senior event planning experience.
• Proven record in client relationship management and business development.
• Strong culinary trend knowledge, menu engineering, and food safety standards.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute strategies for corporate catering to drive growth.
• Manage client relationships and tailor catering for meetings and events.
• Oversee menu planning and development for corporate clients.
• Coordinate event logistics: staffing, equipment, venue liaison, vendor mgmt.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize profitability.
• Lead and mentor the corporate catering team for excellence.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Client relationships

Event planning

Culinary trends

Food safety

Budgeting

Vendor management

Communication

Herramientas

Event management software

Financial management tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Corporate Catering Manager to lead their high-volume corporate catering division in Benoni . This role is responsible for managing all aspects of corporate event catering, from client acquisition and relationship management to menu creation and operational execution. You will oversee a dedicated team, ensuring that every corporate function is executed with precision, professionalism, and culinary excellence. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in corporate event planning, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering outstanding client experiences, upholding the esteemed reputation of our client in the corporate sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for corporate catering services, driving business growth and client retention.
• Manage client relationships, understanding their needs and delivering tailored catering solutions for meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Oversee menu planning and development, ensuring a range of sophisticated and appealing options suitable for corporate clients.
• Coordinate event logistics, including staffing, equipment, venue liaison, and vendor management, ensuring flawless execution.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize profitability for all corporate catering operations.
• Lead, train, and mentor the corporate catering team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (5+ years) in corporate catering management or a senior event planning role.
• Proven success in client relationship management and business development within the hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of culinary trends, menu engineering, and food safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and financial management tools.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and deliver consistent quality.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Significant opportunities for career progression within a reputable company.
• Manage high-profile corporate events and build key client relationships.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• A dynamic and professional work environment.