Head of Corporate Catering: Lead Menus & Events in Durban

Placements24; Durban; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dynamic Head Caterer to lead corporate catering operations across the region. The role requires overseeing menu planning, service delivery, quality assurance, and team leadership to ensure top-tier experiences for diverse clients.

You will manage budgets, procurement, and cost control, maintain HACCP-compliant standards, and liaise directly with clients to tailor offerings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' catering management experience.
• Proven track record in senior catering roles.
• Strong menu planning and event logistics capabilities.
• Financial management including budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transport.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage all catering operations for corporate clients.
• Plan and curate menus tailored to client needs and dietary requirements.
• Oversee budgeting, procurement and cost control.
• Manage kitchen staff, event teams and service personnel.
• Ensure HACCP-compliant food safety and hygiene standards.
• Liaise with clients to brief, coordinate, and ensure flawless events.
• Monitor feedback and drive service improvements.

Connaissances

Catering management

Leadership

Budgeting

Menu planning

Food safety

Client relations

Event logistics

Team management

Description du poste

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dynamic Head Caterer to lead corporate catering operations across the region. The role requires overseeing menu planning, service delivery, quality assurance, and team leadership to ensure top-tier experiences for diverse clients.

You will manage budgets, procurement, and cost control, maintain HACCP-compliant standards, and liaise directly with clients to tailor offerings.