Remote Catering Operations Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first benefits

Career development opportunities

Scale national catering operations

Professional learning support

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Manager to oversee nationwide catering operations from a fully remote position. You will coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality services across regions.

The role requires at least 6 years in catering operations or supply chain management, strong analytical and project-management skills, and the ability to lead a distributed team and maintain food-safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in catering operations management, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Ability to manage complex processes and vendor networks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Proficiency with remote work software and project management tools.
• Solid understanding of food safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize nationwide catering operations for efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Develop and maintain relationships with third-party catering vendors and negotiate contracts.
• Implement standardized operating procedures and best practices for catering services.
• Monitor operational performance data and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee inventory, logistics, and supply chain coordination for events.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards across all contracted services.
• Collaborate with sales and client relations to ensure seamless event execution.

Skills

Vendor management

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Operations optimization

Tools

Project management software

Operations tracking tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Operations Manager to oversee their nationwide catering operations. This is a fully remote position, requiring excellent communication and project management skills to coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality catering services across various locations. You will be responsible for streamlining operational processes, implementing best practices, and ensuring client satisfaction from a distance. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a proven ability to manage complex supply chains and service delivery in the catering industry, ensuring seamless execution regardless of physical location.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize nationwide catering operations, focusing on efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with third-party catering vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Implement and enforce standardized operating procedures and best practices for all catering services.
• Monitor and analyze operational performance data, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Oversee inventory management, logistics, and supply chain coordination for catering events across different regions.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and regulatory standards across all contracted catering services.
• Collaborate with sales and client relations teams to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in catering operations management, logistics, or supply chain management, with a significant portion in a remote or distributed team setting.
• Proven ability to manage complex operational processes and vendor networks effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships virtually.
• Proficiency with relevant software and technology for remote work, project management, and operational tracking.
• Demonstrated understanding of food safety and regulatory compliance in the food service industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote work benefits package.
• The flexibility of a fully remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity to shape and scale national catering operations.
• Professional development opportunities and support for continuous learning.
• A culture that embraces remote collaboration and innovation in the catering sector.