Lead Hybrid Catering & Event Designer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybride; ZAR 550 000 - 850 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Catering Event Designer in Sandton. The role blends remote creative work with on-site client meetings, driving the full design process from concept to execution.

You will lead a design team, collaborate with culinary and event planners, and ensure every detail reflects brand identity and client vision. A strong portfolio and leadership capability are essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in event design or creative direction.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful concepts.
• Ability to translate client needs into compelling designs.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid knowledge of culinary trends, food presentation, and decor.

Responsabilités

• Conceptualize and develop unique catering themes and event designs.
• Collaborate with clients to capture brand and event objectives.
• Create mood boards, sketches, and presentations to communicate concepts.
• Coordinate with culinary teams to align menu with design aesthetics.
• Lead vendors and manage budgets for decor and design elements.
• Provide on-site design direction during events and ensure seamless execution.
• Mentor junior design staff and evolve our design offerings.

Connaissances

Creative design

Leadership

Budget management

Client communication

Project management

Outils

Adobe Creative Suite

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Catering Event Designer in Sandton. The role blends remote creative work with on-site client meetings, driving the full design process from concept to execution.

You will lead a design team, collaborate with culinary and event planners, and ensure every detail reflects brand identity and client vision. A strong portfolio and leadership capability are essential.