Remote Event Catering Strategist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary and bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Industry-leading virtual training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Event Catering Strategist to architect nationwide strategies from a home office. You will shape innovative service models, conduct market research, and lead remote execution with regional teams to ensure consistent brand experiences.

You will drive digital transformation in the catering domain, leveraging platforms like Zoom, Slack and CRM systems to optimize engagement and operations. A leadership mindset and culinary insight are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in catering management, event planning or hospitality strategy.
• Experience developing strategies for multi-location or national contexts.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytics, and market positioning.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and proposal writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative catering strategies for national deployment.
• Conduct market research on trends and customer needs.
• Design remote-friendly menu concepts and service protocols.
• Leverage technology to enhance client engagement and operations.
• Collaborate remotely with regional teams to align strategy.
• Create training materials and best practices for remote teams.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide data-driven improvements.
• Contribute to new service packages and pricing structures.
• Ensure strategies align with brand standards and quality.
• Present proposals to senior management via virtual channels.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

Remote collaboration

Presentation skills

Proposal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Asana

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking national catering and events organization, is seeking an innovative Remote Event Catering Strategist. This role is designed for a visionary professional who can conceptualize and develop cutting-edge catering strategies that can be implemented across various locations, leveraging digital platforms and remote collaboration tools. You will be instrumental in defining new service offerings, optimizing operational efficiencies through technology, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality brand experience for clients nationwide, all from the comfort of your home office. This is a unique opportunity to redefine catering strategies in a remote-first environment, driving innovation and setting new industry standards without geographical limitations. The successful candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking, culinary insight, and a deep understanding of digital transformation within the service industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, scalable catering strategies and service models for national deployment.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes in the event catering sector.
• Design and refine menu concepts and service protocols suitable for remote planning and execution oversight.
• Leverage technology and digital platforms to enhance client engagement, streamline operations, and improve service delivery.
• Collaborate remotely with regional operational teams, culinary departments, and sales staff to ensure strategy alignment and successful implementation.
• Develop training materials and best practice guides for remote teams involved in catering execution.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement of catering strategies.
• Contribute to the development of new service packages and pricing structures.
• Ensure all strategic planning aligns with brand standards and quality benchmarks.
• Present strategic proposals and findings to senior management through virtual channels.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in catering management, event planning, or hospitality strategy, with a significant portion involving strategic development.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful business strategies, preferably in a multi-location or national context.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills, with a focus on innovation and market positioning.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Asana) and CRM systems.
• Strong understanding of the catering and event industry, including culinary trends and operational best practices.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and proposal writing skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing market data and performance metrics.
• A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Passion for culinary arts and delivering exceptional client experiences.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to be a key innovator in shaping the future of a national catering brand.
• Professional development opportunities and access to industry-leading virtual training.
• Work with a progressive and technology-driven company.
• Contribute to high-impact strategic initiatives from anywhere.