Remote Event Planner - Catering Focus

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Remote work

Diverse events

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and detailed Remote Event Planner specializing in catering logistics. You will conceptualize, plan, and execute remote catering events for clients worldwide, coordinating with vendors and venues digitally while managing budgets and timelines.

You will liaise with clients to capture their vision, source caterers, and ensure flawless execution in a fully remote, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Planner focusing on catering and food service events.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote interactions.
• Proficiency with event planning software and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, themes, and catering needs.
• Develop event plans with timelines and budgets.
• Source and manage relationships with caterers and venues remotely.
• Oversee planning from concept to on-site coordination (virtual readiness).
• Ensure events meet budget and high-quality client satisfaction.
• Proactively manage risks and troubleshoot issues during planning and execution.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Communication

Project management

Remote collaboration

Tools

Event planning software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Remote Event Planner with a strong focus on catering logistics. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing successful catering events from start to finish. You will liaise with clients to understand their vision, source appropriate catering services, manage budgets, and ensure seamless execution. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, a passion for events, and the ability to thrive in a virtual, fast-paced environment, offering a unique opportunity to shape memorable culinary experiences for clients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, themes, and catering needs.
• Develop comprehensive event plans, including timelines, budgets, and vendor selections.
• Source and manage relationships with caterers, venues, and other event suppliers remotely.
• Oversee the entire event planning process, from initial concept to on-site execution coordination.
• Ensure all events are delivered within budget and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.
• Proactively manage risks and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the planning or execution phases.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Planner , with a significant portion focused on catering and food service events.
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially for remote interactions.
• Proficiency with event planning software and virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting events.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to a dynamic and innovative company culture.