Senior Catering & Events Lead - Paarl Prestige

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Lifestyle in Paarl region

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Catering Event Manager in the Paarl region of the Western Cape to oversee end-to-end catering events for high-profile clients. The role requires a strategic, client-focused leader who can manage complex events from conception through execution, collaborating closely with culinary and operations teams to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will drive detailed planning, lead on-site teams, and ensure budgets and timelines are met while maintaining the brand's

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in event or catering management with client-facing focus.
• Proven track record of managing complex, high-end events.
• Strong understanding of catering operations, F&B service, and venue logistics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end management of all catered events.
• Develop detailed event plans with timelines, staffing, menus, and budgets.
• Serve as primary client contact and realize their vision.
• Collaborate with culinary team on menus.
• Manage event logistics, vendor coordination, equipment rental, on-site setup.
• Lead and motivate on-site event staff.
• Monitor budgets and profitability targets.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and collect client feedback.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
• Foster relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Skills

Client-facing

Team leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Education

Hospitality Management degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Catering Event Manager in the Paarl region of the Western Cape to oversee end-to-end catering events for high-profile clients. The role requires a strategic, client-focused leader who can manage complex events from conception through execution, collaborating closely with culinary and operations teams to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will drive detailed planning, lead on-site teams, and ensure budgets and timelines are met while maintaining the brand's