Remote Catering Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote hours

Career growth opportunities

Work from home

Company-wide collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to support logistics for events nationwide, with a focus on Gauteng region. This fully remote role lets you manage scheduling, supplier communications, deliveries, and troubleshooting from home.

You will collaborate with sales, kitchen, and on-site staff via digital tools, maintain records, and develop workflows to ensure smooth service delivery across locations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics coordination or operations support.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for virtual collaboration.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced remote work environment.
• Stable home office setup and reliable internet.
• Experience with catering software or event platforms is a plus.
• Familiar with Gauteng service delivery context preferred.
• High school diploma; business or hospitality qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering event logistics remotely, including scheduling and timelines.
• Manage supplier communications and order fulfilment.
• Monitor inventory and equipment status and coordinate replenishment.
• Develop and refine operational workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
• Prepare and distribute operational reports.
• Collaborate with sales, kitchen, and on-site staff via digital channels.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Maintain records of operations and client requirements.
• Support planning and execution of nationwide events from Gauteng perspective.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Event management

Operations support

Organizational skills

Remote collaboration

Proactive mindset

Independent worker

Adaptability

Communication skills

Virtual collaboration tools

Education

High school diploma

Business or hospitality qualification (advantage)

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Operations Coordinator to join their innovative team, supporting operations across various locations. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to seamless catering logistics from the comfort of your own home. You will be instrumental in coordinating event details, managing supplier communications, ensuring timely deliveries, and troubleshooting operational challenges. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, possesses exceptional communication skills, and has a keen eye for detail. This role offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in a dynamic catering business without the need for physical presence at a specific office location, supporting operations nationwide but primarily focused on service delivery infrastructure within Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering event logistics remotely, including scheduling, resource allocation, and timeline management.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers and vendors, managing communications and ensuring timely fulfillment of orders.
• Monitor and track catering supply inventory and equipment status, coordinating replenishment as needed.
• Assist in the development and refinement of operational workflows and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues that may arise, offering timely solutions.
• Prepare and distribute operational reports and documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams (sales, kitchen, on-site staff) via digital communication channels.
• Ensure all operational activities comply with company standards and relevant regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of operational activities and client-specific requirements.
• Support the planning and execution of catering services for events across different regions, facilitating communication between stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics coordination, event management, or operations support, preferably within the catering or hospitality sector.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data management and reporting.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• A stable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup are essential for this remote role.
• Experience with catering software or event management platforms is a plus.
• A background in the Gauteng service delivery area is beneficial for understanding operational nuances.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in business or hospitality is an advantage.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours within a remote setup, and opportunities for career growth within the company.
• This role provides the flexibility of working from home while being a critical part of a dynamic catering operation.
• Join our innovative team and contribute to successful events nationwide, remotely supporting critical functions in the Gauteng region.