Senior Corporate Catering Lead: Events & Menu Mastery

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel opportunities within the region

Professional development and training

Dynamic team culture

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Corporate Catering Specialist to lead all aspects of corporate catering, from client consultation and menu design to on-site supervision and post-event follow-up. The role requires at least six years in corporate catering, strong organizational and communication skills, and a flair for delivering outstanding service under pressure.

You will coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and collaborate with sales to develop premium catering

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of catering experience with a strong focus on corporate clients.
• Proven experience in menu planning, event coordination, and on-site event management.
• Excellent understanding of corporate event dynamics and client service expectations.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with corporate clients to understand needs, preferences and budget constraints.
• Develop customized menus and proposals for corporate events.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of catering, including staffing, equipment, transport and setup.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality and aesthetics.
• Manage on-site catering operations during events and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain relationships with clients to secure repeat business and referrals.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to develop new catering packages and promotions.
• Manage inventory and control costs to meet event financial targets.
• Gather client feedback post-event for continuous improvement.

Skills

Corporate catering

Menu planning

Event coordination

Client service

Budget management

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Event management software

Tools

Event management software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Corporate Catering Specialist to lead all aspects of corporate catering, from client consultation and menu design to on-site supervision and post-event follow-up. The role requires at least six years in corporate catering, strong organizational and communication skills, and a flair for delivering outstanding service under pressure.

You will coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and collaborate with sales to develop premium catering