Remote Catering Operations Lead – Regional Impact

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Lead to oversee remote catering services in the Upington region. You will coordinate with on-site teams, manage vendors, and drive operational improvements from a distance to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.

The role requires strong remote leadership, logistics know-how, and budget management to ensure high service standards and compliant operations across locations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in catering operations management or a similar field.
• Proven ability to manage teams and operations remotely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory control, and financial management in a catering context.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise remote catering operations, ensuring seamless execution of events.
• Develop and implement efficient operational processes and best practices for service delivery.
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality.
• Oversee inventory management, budget adherence, and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations for catering services.
• Act as a liaison between clients, on-site teams, and management to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Logistics management

Inventory control

Financial management

Vendor relations

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Catering software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Catering Operations Lead to oversee remote catering services in the Upington region. You will coordinate with on-site teams, manage vendors, and drive operational improvements from a distance to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.

The role requires strong remote leadership, logistics know-how, and budget management to ensure high service standards and compliant operations across locations.