Elite Catering Event Coordinator - High-Profile Events

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Diverse portfolio of high-profile work

Travel opportunities within Gauteng

Professional development and networks

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Catering Event Coordinator in Randburg to lead planning and flawless execution of high-profile events, from corporate launches to private celebrations. You will coordinate with culinary, service and logistics teams, liaise with clients from inquiry to completion, and translate their vision into memorable experiences.

The role demands excellent organization, superb communication, and the ability to manage multiple events under pressure, with flexible hours and a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in event coordination or catering management.
• Strong communication and client-relations skills.
• Ability to manage complex event timelines and logistics.
• Proficiency with event management software and MS Office.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all catering-related events from start to finish.
• Serve as primary client liaison from inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Prepare proposals, menus, staffing plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with culinary, service, and logistics teams.
• Manage on-site execution, troubleshoot issues, and ensure service excellence.
• Maintain event files and client records.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Multitasking

Education

Hospitality/Event Management degree

Related field qualification

Tools

Event management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Catering Event Coordinator in Randburg to lead planning and flawless execution of high-profile events, from corporate launches to private celebrations. You will coordinate with culinary, service and logistics teams, liaise with clients from inquiry to completion, and translate their vision into memorable experiences.

The role demands excellent organization, superb communication, and the ability to manage multiple events under pressure, with flexible hours and a