Remote Catering Operations Specialist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Medical & retirement benefits

Home office allowance

Remote team development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Specialist to join our virtual team. You will support operations across George and nationwide from a remote setting, coordinating vendor relationships, streamlining processes, and driving service quality.

Role requires 3+ years in catering/ hospitality, strong project management, and excellent communication in a remote work environment. Competitive benefits and flexible hours are offered across South Africa.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in catering operations, event management, or hospitality related fields.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of remote catering operations, including vendor selection and contract management.
• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures for catering services.
• Manage budgets, track expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Serve as primary remote point of contact for vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and improvements in service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Operations Specialist to join their virtual team, supporting operations across various locations including George . This role focuses on the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of catering services from a remote setting. You will be instrumental in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our client's catering offerings nationwide, managing vendor relationships, streamlining processes, and troubleshooting operational challenges. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while demanding meticulous attention to detail and strong project management skills to maintain high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of remote catering operations, including vendor selection, contract management, and service level agreement adherence.
• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures for catering services to ensure consistency and quality across all events.
• Manage budgets for catering operations, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Act as the primary remote point of contact for catering vendors and internal stakeholders, resolving issues promptly.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement in service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and food handling regulations in all serviced locations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering operations, event management, or a related hospitality field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a remote work environment.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools and relevant catering management software.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with remote teams and external partners.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary package.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere within South Africa.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and internet connectivity.
• Opportunities for remote team building and professional development.