Remote Event Planner - Catering Focus

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote role

Flexible work schedule

Professional development

Diverse catering projects

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a Remote Event Planner with catering expertise to design, coordinate, and manage a range of events from concept to completion. You will work remotely across South Africa, aligning client needs with bespoke menus and vendor coordination for flawless execution.

Responsibilities include client briefings, menu development, budgeting, and end-to-end event management, ensuring high-quality dining experiences and profitable outcomes for diverse projects.

Qualificações

• Portfolio with successful catering event management.
• Strong understanding of catering operations and service styles.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Consult with clients to understand event requirements, vision, and budget.
• Develop creative menu proposals considering theme and dietary needs.
• Coordinate all event logistics including staffing, venues, timelines, and vendors.
• Liaise with chefs and service teams to ensure seamless food delivery.
• Manage event budgets and track expenses for profitability.
• Oversee remote event execution and ensure client satisfaction.

Conhecimentos

Event planning

Project management

Budget management

Vendor relations

Remote collaboration

Communication

Ferramentas

Event planning software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and highly organized Remote Event Planner with a specialization in catering to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will design, coordinate, and manage a variety of catering events from conception to completion, all while working from a remote location. You will be responsible for understanding client needs, developing bespoke menus, coordinating with culinary teams and vendors, and ensuring flawless execution. This position requires excellent communication, strong project management skills, and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences for clients throughout South Africa, supporting events possibly originating near Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their event requirements, vision, and budget for catering services.
• Develop creative and customized menu proposals, considering theme, dietary needs, and culinary trends.
• Coordinate all aspects of event logistics, including staffing, venue setup, timelines, and vendor management.
• Liaise with chefs, kitchen staff, and service teams to ensure seamless preparation and delivery of food and beverages.
• Manage event budgets effectively, tracking expenses and ensuring profitability.
• Oversee event execution remotely, providing support and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the process.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Planner or Coordinator, with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful catering event management.
• Excellent understanding of catering operations, food presentation, and service styles.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency in event planning software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and teams remotely.

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience and the scope of remote work.
• The flexibility and freedom of a fully remote role, promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and exciting catering projects.
• Professional development and training in event planning and remote collaboration.
• Be part of an innovative company shaping the future of remote event management.