Remote Catering Project Coordinator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Tech provision

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Project Coordinator to oversee nationwide catering projects from a fully remote location. You will manage timelines, coordinate vendors, and serve as the main point of contact for clients.

This role demands strong communication, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. You will ensure budgets are tracked and projects stay financially viable while keeping thorough documentation in the cloud.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project coordination, event management, or catering operations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience with remote work and independent work style.
• Proficiency in PM tools like Asana or Trello and virtual tools such as Zoom or Slack.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end planning and execution of multiple catering projects from a remote location.
• Coordinate with clients to understand requirements, provide proposals, and ensure satisfaction.
• Liaise with catering vendors, confirm bookings, menus and logistics.
• Develop and monitor project budgets to keep initiatives financially viable.
• Maintain detailed documentation using cloud-based systems.

Skills

Project coordination

Event management

Catering operations

Remote work experience

PM software (Asana/Trello)

Tools

Asana

Trello

Zoom

Slack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and proactive Remote Catering Project Coordinator to join their team and manage catering projects nationwide. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while coordinating seamless catering solutions for a diverse client base. You will be responsible for managing project timelines, coordinating with vendors, ensuring budget adherence, and serving as the main point of contact for clients regarding their catering needs. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strong communication capabilities, and the ability to thrive in an independent, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end planning and execution of multiple catering projects simultaneously from a remote location.
• Liaise with clients to understand their requirements, provide proposals, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with a network of approved catering vendors, confirming bookings, menus, and logistical details.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring all projects remain financially viable.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including contracts, invoices, and client communication records, using cloud-based systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project coordination, event management, or catering operations, with a strong emphasis on remote work.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of building rapport with clients and vendors remotely.
• A proven ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Provision of necessary technology and software for remote operations.
• Opportunities for professional development and virtual training.
• A supportive online community and collaborative virtual team environment.