Remote Catering Event Planner - Client-Focused & Dynamic

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Diverse events

Collaborative team environment

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Catering Event Planner to manage remote event logistics and client relations for Vereeniging-area events and beyond. You will translate client visions into reality through meticulous planning, coordinating with culinary and operations teams, vendors, and clients to deliver stress-free catering experiences.

You will lead timelines, menus, staffing, budgets, and post-event follow-ups, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction in a remote-first

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning, preferably catering.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong client management and communication abilities.
• Proficient with event management software and remote collaboration tools.
• Able to multitask and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative mindset with a problem-solving orientation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all logistical aspects of catering events remotely, including timelines, menus, and staffing.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through the planning process.
• Coordinate with internal teams (culinary, operations) and external vendors to ensure all requirements are met.
• Develop detailed event timelines and run sheets for seamless on-site execution.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for each event.
• Conduct post-event follow-ups to gather feedback and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Event planning experience

Organizational skills

Client management

Communication skills

Remote collaboration tools

Multitasking

Creative problem-solving

Team coordination

Tools

Event management software

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Catering Event Planner to manage remote event logistics and client relations for Vereeniging-area events and beyond. You will translate client visions into reality through meticulous planning, coordinating with culinary and operations teams, vendors, and clients to deliver stress-free catering experiences.

You will lead timelines, menus, staffing, budgets, and post-event follow-ups, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction in a remote-first