Event Catering Coordinator

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an energetic Event Catering Coordinator to join our team in a hybrid role that blends remote administrative duties with essential on-site event coordination.

You will be the main client contact, guiding menu selections and logistical arrangements, coordinating with the kitchen and service staff, and ensuring smooth, high-quality experiences at intimate gatherings and larger functions.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent client-facing communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple events and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and catering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements, dietary needs, and preferences, providing expert advice.
• Develop event timelines, manage supplier communications, and ensure resources are in place.
• Oversee on-site setup and service, ensuring a professional guest experience.
• Work with culinary team to ensure menu accuracy and presentation standards.
• Manage event budgets and track expenses, reporting on financial performance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client liaison

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

Food safety knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and efficient Event Catering Coordinator to join their team in Randburg . This role is vital in ensuring the smooth planning and execution of diverse catering events, from intimate gatherings to larger functions. You will be the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through menu selections and logistical arrangements, while also coordinating with the kitchen and service staff. This hybrid position allows for remote administrative duties and essential on-site coordination during events, offering a dynamic work-life balance. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating memorable culinary experiences and excels at multitasking in a fast-paced environment, contributing to our client's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
• Liaise with clients to understand their event requirements, dietary needs, and preferences, providing expert advice.
• Develop event timelines, manage supplier communications, and ensure all necessary resources are in place.
• Oversee on-site setup and service, ensuring a professional and high-quality guest experience.
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure menu accuracy and presentation standards are met.
• Manage event budgets and track expenses, reporting on financial performance.

Requirements

• Previous experience in catering, event planning, or hospitality management.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centric approach.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and catering best practices.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, blending remote and on-site responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance bonuses.
• Exposure to a wide variety of exciting events and client functions.
• Professional development and training programs in the catering industry.
• Hybrid work model enhancing work-life balance.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.