Remote Catering Event Planner

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Remote work

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Remote Catering Event Planner to design and execute exceptional catering experiences for clients globally. This fully remote role involves working closely with clients to understand their visions, conceptualize menus, manage logistics, and ensure flawless execution of all catering details.

You will be the liaison between clients, the catering team, and vendors, coordinating every aspect to deliver memorable events.

Formación

• Proven experience as an Event Planner or Catering Coordinator with a strong portfolio.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills for remote multi-event delivery.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client-facing abilities.
• Creative flair with understanding of culinary trends and event design.

Responsabilidades

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, themes, budgets, and dietary needs.
• Develop customized catering menus and event concepts.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects including timelines, vendor bookings, and staffing.
• Ensure seamless communication between clients, culinary team, and on-site staff (if applicable).
• Manage event budgets effectively and track expenses.
• Conduct post-event follow-ups to gather feedback and ensure client satisfaction.

Conocimientos

Event planning

Catering coordination

Remote capacity

Client-facing communication

Creative menu design

Virtual collaboration tools

Herramientas

Event management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Remote Catering Event Planner to design and execute exceptional catering experiences for clients across various platforms. This fully remote role involves working closely with clients to understand their vision, conceptualize event menus, manage logistics, and ensure flawless execution of all catering details. You will be the key liaison between clients, the catering team, and vendors, coordinating every aspect to deliver memorable events. This position is ideal for an organized, proactive individual with a passion for events and food, who thrives in a virtual setting and excels at bringing client visions to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, themes, budgets, and dietary needs.
• Develop creative and customized catering menus and event concepts.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, including timelines, vendor bookings, and staffing.
• Ensure seamless communication between clients, the culinary team, and on-site event staff (if applicable).
• Manage event budgets effectively, tracking expenses and ensuring profitability.
• Conduct post-event follow-ups to gather feedback and ensure client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Planner or Catering Coordinator , with a strong portfolio of successfully executed events.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, capable of managing multiple events simultaneously in a remote capacity.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client-facing skills.
• Creative flair with a good understanding of culinary trends and event design.
• Proficiency in event management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve under pressure to ensure event success.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Work on a diverse range of exciting and unique catering events.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the events industry.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.