Lead Catering Supervisor: On-site Events Mastery

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

On-the-job training

Supportive team environment

Regular performance reviews

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, is seeking a Senior Catering Supervisor to lead on-site event teams and ensure flawless execution of catered events. You will supervise staff, coordinate logistics, and uphold our client’s reputation for excellence across the Free State region.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in catering operations, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as events demand. A proactive, customer-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising catering or hospitality staff.
• Strong understanding of event operations and food service.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Physical stamina to stand long hours and lift items.

Responsibilities

• Supervise setup, service and breakdown of events according to client agreements.
• Lead, train and motivate catering staff with clear direction.
• Oversee food and beverage service, ensuring quality and hygiene.
• Manage event inventory, storage and return of equipment.
• Act as on-site contact for clients and venue staff.
• Maintain safe, clean working environment and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Event operations

Communication

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, is seeking a Senior Catering Supervisor to lead on-site event teams and ensure flawless execution of catered events. You will supervise staff, coordinate logistics, and uphold our client’s reputation for excellence across the Free State region.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in catering operations, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as events demand. A proactive, customer-focused approach is essential.