Remote Catering Ops Lead - Flexible Hours

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Remote work

Professional development allowance

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Catering Operations Specialist to manage remote service delivery and optimize logistics for a premier catering provider. You will drive efficiency, oversee procurement and inventory, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier client satisfaction and event execution.

The role requires 6+ years in operations/logistics within food service, strong data analytics, SOP development, and virtual leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in operations, supply chain, or logistics in food service/catering.
• Experience leading remote teams and implementing new processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for data interpretation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across levels.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead development and implementation of operational strategies to improve efficiency and service quality in catering.
• Oversee supply chain logistics: procurement, inventory, and vendor relations.
• Develop and refine SOPs for catering functions to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and culinary teams to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction.
• Provide remote leadership and support to on-site teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic ops leadership

Supply chain management

Remote team leadership

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Data analysis

Tools

Operational software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Catering Operations Specialist to manage remote service delivery and optimize logistics for a premier catering provider. You will drive efficiency, oversee procurement and inventory, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier client satisfaction and event execution.

The role requires 6+ years in operations/logistics within food service, strong data analytics, SOP development, and virtual leadership capabilities.