Remote Event Planner - Catering Focus

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Event Planner focused on catering to join a dynamic team. You will manage a wide array of catered events from a home office, serving as the client’s main contact from concept to flawless execution.

You will coordinate timelines, vendors, and menus, while ensuring exceptional culinary experiences and seamless event flow. Strong independence and remote work proficiency are required, with a passion for delivering memorable events across sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning with a strong emphasis on catering services.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Proficiency with event management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage logistics, presentation, and service standards.
• Client-focused approach with a passion for creating memorable events.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand vision, budget, and catering requirements.
• Develop comprehensive event plans including timelines, vendors, and menus.
• Source and manage relationships with catering vendors and suppliers.
• Oversee event logistics remotely, coordinating with on-site teams and vendors.
• Provide exceptional client service and address concerns throughout planning and execution.
• Stay current with event planning and catering trends to offer innovative solutions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Remote work experience

Vendor management

Event management software

Beverage logistics

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and creative Remote Event Planner with a specialized focus on catering to join their dynamic team. This position allows you to manage and coordinate a wide array of catered events from the comfort of your own home office. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, guiding them through the entire planning process, from initial concept to flawless execution, ensuring exceptional culinary experiences and seamless event flow.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their vision, budget, and specific catering requirements for their events.
• Develop comprehensive event plans, including timelines, vendor coordination, and menu selection.
• Source and manage relationships with trusted catering vendors and suppliers, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Oversee event logistics remotely, coordinating with on-site teams and vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Provide exceptional client service, proactively addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction throughout the planning process and event execution.
• Stay current with industry trends in event planning and catering to offer innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning , with a strong emphasis on managing and sourcing catering services.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote work environment .
• Proficiency with event management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• A strong understanding of food and beverage logistics, presentation, and service standards.
• Client-focused approach with a passion for creating memorable events.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities to work on a diverse portfolio of unique and exciting events across various sectors.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture committed to excellence in event management .