Senior Event Catering Manager - Menu & Team Leadership

Placements24; Upington; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Event Catering Manager in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA to lead all catering operations for a range of events. The role demands culinary passion, strong organizational skills, and effective team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include menu planning, service delivery, staff management, client liaison, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. Flexible hours and travel within the Upington region are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of catering management experience in hospitality.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale events and complex catering operations.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills with the ability to inspire staff.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee catering operations including menu planning, food prep, service delivery and event setup.
• Motivate and manage catering staff, chefs, servers, and coordinators to high performance.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and tailor catering solutions to needs.
• Manage inventory, procurement, budgeting and cost control to ensure profitability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations in the catering department.
• Conduct regular team meetings, training sessions and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with event planners to create appealing menus aligned with themes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during events for a seamless client experience.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Food safety

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Event Catering Manager in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA to lead all catering operations for a range of events. The role demands culinary passion, strong organizational skills, and effective team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include menu planning, service delivery, staff management, client liaison, and strict adherence to health and safety standards. Flexible hours and travel within the Upington region are expected.