Remote Catering Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Professional development resources

Work from anywhere in remote region

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a dedicated Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to join a client-focused team. This fully remote role focuses on streamlining catering services and ensuring seamless execution for clients nationwide, from a remote setting.

You will coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and ensure client satisfaction with strong organizational skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering coordination or similar operations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects remotely.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with catering management software and office suites.
• Independent, self-motivated with deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events remotely.
• Serve as liaison between clients, vendors and the culinary team for seamless execution.
• Manage vendor performance and negotiate contracts/SLAs.
• Use catering software to track details, budgets and reports.
• Identify and resolve operational issues before events.
• Monitor client feedback to ensure service satisfaction.

Skills

Catering coordination

Event management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Remote work

Tools

Catering software

Office suites

Job description

Our client is expanding its reach and is looking for a dedicated Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to join their innovative team. This fully remote position is critical for streamlining our catering services and ensuring seamless execution for clients nationwide. You will be the central point of contact for coordinating logistics, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring client satisfaction from a remote setting. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and a strong understanding of catering operations, enabling you to effectively manage tasks without being physically present at events. You will play a key role in enhancing our service delivery and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering events, including scheduling, staffing, and delivery arrangements, remotely.
• Act as the primary remote liaison between clients, vendors, and the internal culinary team to ensure clear communication and seamless execution.
• Manage and optimize vendor performance and relationships, negotiating contracts and service level agreements.
• Utilize catering management software to track event details, manage budgets, and generate reports.
• Proactively identify and resolve potential operational issues before they impact client events.
• Monitor online feedback and client communications to ensure high levels of service satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering coordination, event management, or a similar operational role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote work setting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with catering management software and standard office productivity suites.
• A strong understanding of the catering industry's operational demands.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary offered for a remote position.
• Flexible remote work schedule, promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to a growing company's operational strategy.
• Access to online training and professional development resources.
• Work from anywhere within the designated remote work region.