Remote Catering Operations Coordinator

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to ensure the smooth execution of catering services across virtual and client-facing events. This remote-first role acts as the central point of contact, coordinating logistics, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring seamless communication between internal teams, clients, and external vendors.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience in event coordination or operations management within catering or

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event coordination, logistics, or operations management, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration and client interaction.
• Proficiency in using project management tools (Asana, Trello) and virtual communication platforms.
• A proactive and problem-solving attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of remote catering events, including menu selection, order placement, and delivery scheduling.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, event planners, and catering vendors, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Develop and maintain detailed event documentation, including timelines, budgets, and operational checklists.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any logistical issues or client concerns that may arise during event planning and execution.
• Utilize project management software and communication tools to track progress and ensure all deadlines are met effectively.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Project management tools

Tools

Asana

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to join their expanding team. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of catering services across various virtual and client-facing events, operating entirely from a remote setting. You will act as a central point of contact, coordinating logistics, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring seamless communication between internal teams, clients, and external vendors. This is a unique opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to leverage their organizational skills in a flexible, remote-first environment, directly contributing to the success and efficiency of our client's innovative catering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of remote catering events, including menu selection, order placement, and delivery scheduling.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, event planners, and catering vendors, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Develop and maintain detailed event documentation, including timelines, budgets, and operational checklists.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any logistical issues or client concerns that may arise during event planning and execution.
• Utilize project management software and communication tools to track progress and ensure all deadlines are met effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event coordination , logistics, or operations management, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration and client interaction.
• Proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) and virtual communication platforms.
• A proactive and problem-solving attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, reflecting your expertise and remote work arrangement.
• Full flexibility to work from home, enhancing work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work with a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the catering industry.
• Access to ongoing training and development resources to enhance your professional skills.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team environment.