Event Coordinator

Dixie Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading events and catering company in Johannesburg, seeks a Junior Coordinator with a passion for culinary creativity and event design. You will transform client visions into unforgettable, food-focused celebrations.

The role involves collaboration with clients, presenting tastings, and managing budgets and logistics. A degree is required, and 3-5 years of team leadership in events is preferred. Join a dynamic team delivering luxurious experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong creativity and attention to detail, especially in food presentation.
• Excellent client communication and adaptability.
• Proven organizational skills managing budgets and timelines.
• A relevant degree is required.
• 3-5 years experience leading teams in event coordination.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to create personalized, luxurious event concepts.
• Present event mock-ups and tastings to ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Stay updated on food and event trends to suggest innovative ideas.
• Work with chefs to design menus that enhance the event experience.
• Manage budgets, vendor sourcing, and event logistics from start to finish.
• Lead a team to ensure smooth execution and problem-solving.

Skills

Creativity

Client communication

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Degree or related field

Job description

Our client, a leading events and catering company in Johannesburg, is looking for a Junior Coordinator with a passion for culinary creativity and event design. This role involves transforming client visions into unforgettable, food-focused celebrations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to create personalized, luxurious event concepts.

• Present event mock-ups and tastings to ensure alignment with client expectations.

• Stay updated on food and event trends to suggest innovative ideas.

• Work with chefs to design menus that enhance the event experience.

• Manage budgets, vendor sourcing, and event logistics from start to finish.

• Lead a team to ensure smooth execution and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Strong creativity and attention to detail, especially in food presentation.

• Excellent client communication and adaptability.

• Proven organizational skills managing budgets and timelines.

• A relevant degree is required.

• 3-5 years experience leading teams in event coordination.

If you have a flair for culinary-driven event design and operational excellence, this exciting role could be your next career move.