Head Corporate Catering Leader — Drive Innovation & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Health and retirement benefits

Performance-based bonus

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head Caterer in Port Elizabeth to lead a premier corporate event catering division. You will strategize operations, drive culinary innovation, and manage teams to deliver exceptional experiences for high-profile clients.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive catering knowledge, and a commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction. A dynamic environment offers growth opportunities within an expanding catering business.

Qualifications

• Leadership and strategic oversight for a high-volume corporate catering operation.
• Strong expertise in culinary arts, menu design, and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of corporate event catering from client brief to service delivery.
• Develop creative, high-quality menus for diverse corporate preferences and dietary needs.
• Manage kitchen operations including staffing, inventory, procurement, budget control, and QA.
• Lead and coach chefs and service staff to achieve excellence.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Arts

Menu Planning

Food Costing

Food Safety

Client Relations

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Driver's License

Flexible Hours

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Head Caterer in Port Elizabeth to lead a premier corporate event catering division. You will strategize operations, drive culinary innovation, and manage teams to deliver exceptional experiences for high-profile clients.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive catering knowledge, and a commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction. A dynamic environment offers growth opportunities within an expanding catering business.