Remote Catering Operations Assistant

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Catering Operations Assistant to support catering services for the Nelspruit area. This role handles administrative duties, coordinates with vendors and clients, and helps ensure smooth operations from a remote location.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and proficient with standard office software, capable of collaborating with a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative or operational support role, preferably in hospitality or catering.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating catering event logistics, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Manage client communications, responding to inquiries and providing updates.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and event details.
• Support the Catering Operations Manager with administrative tasks and operational reporting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues remotely.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Organization

Remote work

Vendor coordination

Tools

MS Office

Video conferencing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Operations Assistant to support their catering services for the Nelspruit area. This position will manage administrative tasks, coordinate with vendors and clients, and assist in the smooth running of catering operations from a remote location. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills, adept at using technology to manage tasks and collaborate with a distributed team. You will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of catering experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating catering event logistics, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Manage client communications, responding to inquiries and providing updates.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and event details.
• Support the Catering Operations Manager with administrative tasks and operational reporting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues remotely.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative or operational support role, preferably in hospitality or catering.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in standard office software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Be part of an innovative and growing catering service.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration.