Remote Catering Event Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary and incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Engage with prestigious clients

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Catering Event Manager to lead end-to-end catering events from a home office. You will manage client relationships, develop detailed plans and budgets, and coordinate with culinary teams, service staff, and vendors for flawless execution.

This remote-first role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication to deliver exceptional client satisfaction across nationwide events, potentially including Benoni, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in event management, catering management, or related field.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, including remote teams.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle of catering events from planning to post-event evaluation.
• Manage client relationships and exceed expectations.
• Develop detailed event plans, timelines, budgets, and staffing.
• Coordinate with culinary teams, service staff, and vendors for flawless execution.
• Identify and mitigate risks and ensure health/safety compliance.
• Conduct post-event debriefs and gather feedback for improvements.
• Manage budgets and track expenses to meet profitability targets.
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Maintain high service quality and operational efficiency across events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Remote collaboration

Negotiation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management / Event Management / Business Administration

Tools

Event management software

CRM systems

Office productivity tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier national catering and events company, is seeking a seasoned and highly organized Remote Catering Event Manager. This position is fully remote, allowing you to manage and oversee a portfolio of catering events from your home office. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of catering events, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction, seamless execution, and adherence to quality and safety standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. You will act as the primary point of contact for clients and collaborate closely with diverse on-site teams to deliver outstanding culinary and service experiences for events potentially serving clients in areas like Benoni, Gauteng . This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional looking for a remote-first role with significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of assigned catering events, from initial planning and client consultation to post-event evaluation.


• Manage client relationships, ensuring their vision and expectations are met and exceeded.


• Develop detailed event plans, timelines, budgets, and staffing requirements.


• Coordinate with culinary teams, service staff, and vendors to ensure flawless event execution.


• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges associated with events.


• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.


• Conduct post-event debriefs with clients and internal teams to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.


• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability targets are met.


• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports.


• Maintain high standards of service quality and operational efficiency across all managed events.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in event management, catering management, or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex events.


• Exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills.


• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to motivate and guide remote and on-site teams.


• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Proficiency in event management software, CRM systems, and standard office productivity tools.


• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment.


• A strong understanding of food and beverage operations, service standards, and event logistics.


• Problem-solving aptitude and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.


• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.


• Must have a dedicated home office space with reliable high-speed internet.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.


• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement within a leading national organization.


• Engage with a wide range of prestigious clients and diverse events.


• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and success.


• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.