Lead Event Chef - Remote Operations Support

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Advanced remote-tech resources

Flexible work from home

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Event Chef for its fully remote operations team. The role focuses on developing standardized recipes, remote culinary training, and QA protocols to guide on-site teams nationwide.

You will communicate culinary vision through digital platforms, ensure adherence to safety standards, and drive innovation in high-volume catering from a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience as a Chef with event catering or high-volume food service.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe standardization, and culinary training.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation regulations and QC measures.
• Excellent digital literacy and ability to communicate culinary standards remotely.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment and mentor culinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine standardized recipes and culinary guides for events.
• Create and deliver virtual training modules for on-site teams.
• Establish and monitor QA protocols for food prep and presentation.
• Collaborate remotely with planners to advise on menu development and execution.
• Provide remote culinary support and troubleshooting during events.
• Research innovative techniques and presentation styles for scalable catering.
• Ensure guidance adheres to food safety and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to menu engineering and costing for profitability.

Skills

Event catering

Menu development

Culinary training

Food safety

Remote collaboration

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Video conferencing

Project management software

Cloud-based document sharing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge catering and events company pioneering innovative service models, is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Lead Event Chef to join their fully remote operations team. This unique position requires a culinary expert who can leverage technology to support and guide on-site catering teams across various locations. You will be instrumental in developing standardized recipes, quality control protocols, and culinary training materials accessible remotely. The ideal candidate is a creative chef with a strong understanding of food safety, operational efficiency, and the ability to communicate culinary vision and standards effectively through digital platforms. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned chef to shape culinary excellence nationwide from a remote work setting, focusing on innovation and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine standardized recipes and culinary guides for diverse catering events, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Create and deliver virtual training modules and resources for on‑site culinary teams.
• Establish and monitor quality assurance protocols for food preparation and presentation across all events.
• Collaborate remotely with event planners and operational managers to advise on menu development and culinary execution strategies.
• Provide remote culinary support and troubleshooting to on‑site teams during events.
• Research and recommend innovative culinary techniques, ingredients, and presentation styles suitable for scalable catering.
• Ensure all culinary guidance adheres to strict food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to menu engineering and costing analysis for optimal profitability and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience as a Chef, with significant experience in event catering or high-volume food service.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe standardization, and culinary training.
• Exceptional understanding of food safety, sanitation regulations, and quality control measures.
• Strong digital literacy and proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools (e.g., video conferencing, project management software, cloud-based document sharing).
• Excellent communication, instructional, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex culinary concepts clearly.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Creative thinking and a passion for culinary innovation and problem-solving.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.
• Experience in coaching or mentoring culinary professionals is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, generous performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.
• Enjoy the ultimate flexibility and autonomy of working from home.
• Our client provides advanced technological resources to support your remote role.
• Opportunities for innovation and to significantly influence the culinary direction of a forward‑thinking company are abundant.
• Be part of a collaborative and dynamic team that is redefining event catering through technology and expertise.
• Contribute to the success of high‑profile events nationwide from your home base.