Senior Event Catering Manager: Create Memorable Experiences

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420.000 - 540.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an experienced Event Catering Manager to lead end-to-end catering projects for corporate functions, weddings, and private events. You will drive menu planning, on-site supervision, and post-event review, ensuring exceptional client experiences through flawless execution.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years in event or catering management, strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills, and the flexibility to work

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years in event management, catering management, or related hospitality role.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Strong understanding of catering operations, food/beverage service, and event logistics.
• Excellent client relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting, financial management, and cost control for events.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership to manage and motivate event teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

Aufgaben

• Oversee all aspects of catering event execution, ensuring client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Liaise with clients to understand event requirements, preferences, and budgets.
• Develop and present customized menu proposals and event service plans.
• Coordinate with culinary team, service staff, and suppliers for seamless delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and manage logistics, setup, staffing, and equipment needs.
• Oversee on-site event execution, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and safety.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for each event.
• Handle client inquiries, feedback, and problem-solving during and after events.
• Continuously evaluate event performance and implement improvements for future services.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Organization

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Time management

Client relationships

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an experienced Event Catering Manager to lead end-to-end catering projects for corporate functions, weddings, and private events. You will drive menu planning, on-site supervision, and post-event review, ensuring exceptional client experiences through flawless execution.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years in event or catering management, strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills, and the flexibility to work