Event Coordinator - Catering Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Diverse and exciting events

Medical and retirement benefits

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Event Coordinator with a catering focus to manage client engagements in Centurion. You will guide clients through planning, coordinate menus, and ensure flawless catering logistics for multiple events.

The role requires excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and experience in proposal development and contract negotiation to deliver outstanding client experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or similar role, with a strong focus on catering management.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in client consultation, proposal development, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.
• A customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their event needs, preferences, and budget for catering services.
• Develop customized catering proposals, including menus, service styles, and pricing options.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, from venue liaison to staffing and equipment.
• Liaise with the culinary team to ensure menu accuracy, timely preparation, and high-quality food delivery.
• Oversee event setup and execution on-site, ensuring seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Manage client relationships, address inquiries, and resolve any issues that may arise before, during, or after events.

Skills

Event coordination

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Proposal development

Contract negotiation

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Event Coordinator with a specialization in catering services for their operations in Centurion . You will be the primary point of contact for clients, guiding them through the planning process, coordinating menu selections, and ensuring all catering logistics are flawlessly managed. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding client experiences and contributing to the overall success of the catering business by ensuring seamless event execution and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their event needs, preferences, and budget for catering services.
• Develop customized catering proposals, including menus, service styles, and pricing options.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, from venue liaison to staffing and equipment.
• Liaise with the culinary team to ensure menu accuracy, timely preparation, and high-quality food delivery.
• Oversee event setup and execution on-site, ensuring seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Manage client relationships, address inquiries, and resolve any issues that may arise before, during, or after events.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or similar role, with a strong focus on catering management.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in client consultation, proposal development, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.
• A customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting events.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A supportive team environment that values collaboration.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance event planning expertise.