Senior Corporate Catering & Events Coordinator

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Corporate Catering Specialist with 4+ years in catering management for corporate clients. You will coordinate menus, logistics, service delivery, and client satisfaction for board meetings to large events.

A hospitality qualification is preferred and you will work with sales teams to grow business opportunities and ensure food safety standards. You will lead event planning, manage budgets, and collaborate with culinary and operations teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in catering management, event planning, or hospitality focused on corporate clients.
• Proven ability to manage multiple corporate events simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of corporate culture and event requirements.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in menu planning and food presentation.
• Experience with budget management and cost control.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for events in Randburg.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute catering services for corporate clients, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with corporate clients, understanding their unique needs and expectations.
• Develop customized menu proposals and presentation concepts for various corporate events.
• Coordinate with the culinary team to ensure timely and high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Manage event logistics, including setup, delivery, staffing, and breakdown.
• Oversee the budget for each event, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any client issues or event-related challenges promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, event details, and financial transactions.
• Stay updated on corporate event trends and catering best practices.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Menu planning

Budget management

Food safety

MS Office

Event management software

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Hospitality Management or Business qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Corporate Catering Specialist with 4+ years in catering management for corporate clients. You will coordinate menus, logistics, service delivery, and client satisfaction for board meetings to large events.

A hospitality qualification is preferred and you will work with sales teams to grow business opportunities and ensure food safety standards. You will lead event planning, manage budgets, and collaborate with culinary and operations teams to deliver