Lead, High-Volume Event Catering | On-Site Team & Logistics

Placements24; Polokwane; Presencial; ZAR 165.000 - 248.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

Professional development

Polokwane-based role

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced High-Volume Event Caterer Team Lead to direct catering staff across setup, service and breakdown. You will manage on-site logistics and uphold top service standards for large events including festivals, corporate functions and weddings.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in event catering with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years in event catering or food service, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Experience handling high-volume events and managing large teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of catering operations, food safety, and service etiquette.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Physically fit and able to handle the demands of event setup and execution.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and supervise catering teams during event setup, service, and breakdown.
• Ensure all catering operations are executed efficiently and to the highest service standards.
• Manage on-site logistics, including equipment setup, food service flow, and staffing deployment.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and presentation, ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Provide training and guidance to catering staff, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Address and resolve any operational issues or client concerns promptly and effectively during events.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic work environment for the catering team and guests.
• Collaborate with Event Managers to understand event requirements and execute them flawlessly.
• Ensure efficient inventory management and proper handling of equipment.
• Uphold the company's reputation for excellence in catering service delivery.

Conocimientos

Event catering

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced High-Volume Event Caterer Team Lead to direct catering staff across setup, service and breakdown. You will manage on-site logistics and uphold top service standards for large events including festivals, corporate functions and weddings.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in event catering with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication.