Remote Catering Event Planner — Create Memorable Experiences

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Remote work

Career growth

Health & wellness

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a detail-oriented Remote Event Planner specializing in catering coordination, based out of Port Elizabeth. This fully remote role will manage all logistical and planning aspects for catering services across events, serving as the primary liaison between clients and the catering team from initial consultation to event completion.

You will understand client needs, develop customized catering plans, coordinate with vendors, and ensure client satisfaction through effective remote

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning with catering or F&B focus.
• Excellent remote communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organization and detail orientation for complex events.
• Experience with planning software and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, budget, and dietary needs.
• Develop catering proposals and customized menus with culinary teams.
• Coordinate with chefs, service staff, and vendors to meet logistics.
• Manage timelines, deadlines, and client communications.
• Oversee virtual event setups for remote attendees.
• Address inquiries and resolve issues during planning and execution.

Skills

Event planning

Client communication

Negotiation

Organization

Remote work

Tools

CRM systems

Event planning software

Office apps

Job description

Placements24 seeks a detail-oriented Remote Event Planner specializing in catering coordination, based out of Port Elizabeth. This fully remote role will manage all logistical and planning aspects for catering services across events, serving as the primary liaison between clients and the catering team from initial consultation to event completion.

You will understand client needs, develop customized catering plans, coordinate with vendors, and ensure client satisfaction through effective remote