Remote Catering Operations Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Career advancement opportunities

Cutting-edge operational tools

Collaborative remote environment

Work on high-profile events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Operations Specialist to manage the end-to-end operations of distributed catering services from a remote location in South Africa. You will optimize workflows, ensure quality and compliance, and drive efficiency for events across Gauteng and beyond.

You will coordinate sourcing, preparation, delivery, and client feedback with remote kitchens and staff, monitor performance data, and implement improvements while maintaining strong supplier

Qualifications

• Minimum demonstrated experience in catering operations management.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and coordinate distributed operations.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation and quality control.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with remote work technologies and operational software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee remote catering operations, including sourcing, prep, and delivery.
• Monitor and analyze performance data to identify improvement areas and implement efficiency gains.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food handling regulations across all points.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating terms and ensuring timely delivery.
• Coordinate with remote kitchen teams and event staff to guarantee seamless execution of services.
• Develop and implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of food and service.

Skills

Catering operations management

Remote team management

Health and safety compliance

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Remote Catering Operations Specialist to manage the operational efficiency of their catering services from a remote location. This role requires a strong understanding of catering processes, from procurement and preparation to delivery and client feedback, all managed through virtual channels. You will be responsible for optimizing workflows, ensuring quality control, and driving operational excellence across their distributed catering teams. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and a proven ability to manage complex logistics in a remote setting, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational success for events across Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize remote catering operational processes, including food sourcing, preparation, and delivery coordination.
• Monitor and analyze operational performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement efficiency gains.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and food handling regulations across all operational points.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating terms and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Coordinate with remote kitchen teams and event staff to guarantee seamless execution of catering services.
• Develop and implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of food and service.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in catering operations management or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and operations effectively.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality control principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in using remote work technologies and operational management software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a growing company.
• Access to cutting-edge operational tools and technology.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work environment.
• Contribution to the success of diverse and high-profile catering events.