Remote Catering Operations Planner

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Autonomy in workload

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Planner to join our virtual team. This fully remote role coordinates logistics for nationwide events, manages schedules, resources, and client communications from a home office.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in catering operations or logistics, excellent planning and communication skills, and proficiency with Asana, Trello, or similar tools.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in catering operations, event planning, or logistics.
• Excellent organizational, time management and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency with project management software and virtual communication platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed operational plans for catering events, including timelines, staffing and resources.
• Coordinate with on-site event managers, kitchen teams and vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage and optimize catering schedules and logistics remotely.
• Handle client inquiries and provide support on operational aspects of events.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food hygiene regulations across events.
• Maintain records of operational plans, client communications and feedback.
• Identify operational challenges and develop contingency plans.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing for operational feasibility assessments.
• Utilize project management and collaboration tools for remote work.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Communication

Project management tools

Independence

Attention to detail

Tools

Asana

Trello

Slack

Zoom

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading national catering solutions provider, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Remote Catering Operations Planner to join their virtual team. This fully remote position is responsible for the meticulous planning and coordination of catering logistics for a wide array of events across the country. You will be instrumental in ensuring seamless operations by managing schedules, resources, and client communication from your home office. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment, possesses exceptional planning skills, and has a deep understanding of catering operations and event management principles. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the success of significant events. We are looking for a self-starter with a proactive approach and a strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all operational details for events are flawlessly executed without being physically present on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed operational plans for catering events, including timelines, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with on-site event managers, kitchen teams, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage and optimize catering schedules and logistics remotely.
• Handle client inquiries and provide support regarding operational aspects of their events.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations across all planned events.
• Maintain accurate records of operational plans, client communications, and feedback.
• Proactively identify potential operational challenges and develop contingency plans.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to provide operational feasibility assessments for new proposals.
• Utilize and optimize project management and communication tools for effective remote collaboration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes and standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in catering operations, event planning, or logistics management, with a strong understanding of the catering industry.
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate complex events from a remote setting.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in project management software and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello, Slack, Zoom).
• Self-disciplined, highly motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in developing and implementing operational plans.
• A stable internet connection and a dedicated home office space are required.
• Familiarity with food safety and hygiene standards.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive contract rate, significant flexibility with a fully remote work arrangement, and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of exciting events nationwide.
• You will benefit from professional development opportunities and the chance to be part of an innovative, forward-thinking company.
• This role provides the autonomy to manage your workload effectively while contributing to a high-impact team.
• The role is remote, offering significant flexibility for individuals based anywhere, but will focus on coordinating operations nationwide, including services in **Kimberley**, **Northern Cape**.