Remote Virtual Event Catering Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

National client exposure

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Event Catering Planner & Coordinator to manage all logistical aspects of virtual and hybrid catering for clients nationwide. This fully remote role suits someone with a passion for events and meticulous planning, coordinating with catering partners and ensuring timely delivery to attendees.

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in event planning or catering management.
• Experience coordinating logistics for multiple clients or events.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with event management software, CRM systems, and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their event requirements, budget, and catering needs.
• Source, vet, and manage relationships with a network of catering partners across various regions.
• Develop customized catering plans and proposals tailored to specific client events and attendee locations.
• Coordinate all aspects of catering logistics, including menu selection, order placement, packaging, and delivery scheduling.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of catering packages to event attendees.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the planning and execution phases.
• Manage event budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness for all catering arrangements.
• Maintain detailed records of client communications, event details, and catering arrangements.
• Collaborate with virtual event platforms and teams to integrate catering seamlessly into the overall event experience.
• Gather client feedback post-event to identify areas for improvement and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Event planning

Catering management

Logistics coordination

Communication

Remote work

Tools

Event management software

CRM systems

Online collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Event Catering Planner & Coordinator to manage all logistical aspects of virtual and hybrid catering for clients nationwide. This fully remote role suits someone with a passion for events and meticulous planning, coordinating with catering partners and ensuring timely delivery to attendees.

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects in a