Remote Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Catering Planner and Coordinator to join its expanding virtual operations team. You will plan and coordinate all logistical elements for catering events from any location, ensuring flawless service remotely.

The role requires strong project management, excellent written and verbal communication, and proficiency with remote tools like Asana, Trello and Slack. You will collaborate with suppliers and hosts to deliver diverse events while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning, logistics, or catering coordination.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in virtual communication and project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Slack).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all logistical elements for catering events, including menu selection, ordering, and delivery scheduling.
• Coordinate effectively with remote culinary teams, suppliers, and event hosts to ensure all requirements are met.
• Develop detailed event plans and timelines, communicating progress and potential issues to stakeholders.
• Utilize remote collaboration tools and software to track orders, manage inventory, and oversee operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any logistical challenges that may arise during the planning or execution phases.
• Ensure all catering services comply with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Event planning

Logistics coordination

Remote communication

Project management

Multitasking

Tools

Asana

Trello

Slack

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Catering Planner and Coordinator to join its expanding virtual operations team. You will plan and coordinate all logistical elements for catering events from any location, ensuring flawless service remotely.

The role requires strong project management, excellent written and verbal communication, and proficiency with remote tools like Asana, Trello and Slack. You will collaborate with suppliers and hosts to deliver diverse events while maintaining