Premium Banquets & Events Manager | On-Site Leader

Placements24; Benoni; Remote; ZAR 480.000 - 720.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Staff meals and uniform provided

Access to state-of-the-art event facil

Bonuses tied to event success

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Banqueting and Events Manager to lead its premium catering division in Benoni, Gauteng. This on-site role oversees planning to flawless execution of banquets and special events, coordinating with culinary, sales, and clients to deliver memorable experiences.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in banqueting or event management with at least 3 years in a managerial role, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to fast-paced events.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 7 years of experience in banqueting, event management, or catering operations, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven track record of managing high-profile events.
• Strong knowledge of event planning, logistics, and service standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Manage planning and execution of banqueting and special events with focus on client satisfaction.
• Conduct client consultations to translate needs into event plans.
• Develop and finalize event menus with culinary team and clients.
• Oversee event logistics including staffing, scheduling, equipment, and venue setup.
• Lead and manage the events team with performance guidance.
• Ensure adherence to service quality, presentation, and hygiene standards.
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to meet requirements.
• Manage event budgets, control costs, and maximise profitability.
• Troubleshoot issues during events to ensure seamless experiences.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and implement feedback for improvement.

Kenntnisse

Event management

Leadership

Budget management

Client consultation

Vendor coordination

Communication

Ausbildung

Degree in Hospitality/Event Management

Tools

Event management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Banqueting and Events Manager to lead its premium catering division in Benoni, Gauteng. This on-site role oversees planning to flawless execution of banquets and special events, coordinating with culinary, sales, and clients to deliver memorable experiences.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in banqueting or event management with at least 3 years in a managerial role, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to fast-paced events.