Senior Event Planner - Catering Focus

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Prestigious events in Richards Bay

Growth and leadership development

Creative and collaborative environment

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Event Planner with a strong catering focus for operations in Richards Bay. You will conceptualize, plan, and execute memorable events, collaborating with clients to craft bespoke culinary experiences while ensuring top quality and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include budget management, menu design, on-site execution, and vendor coordination. Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of event planning experience with focus on catering and hospitality.
• Proven track record planning and executing diverse events from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage event proposals, budgets, and timelines for catering events.
• Collaborate with clients to design menus, themes, and coordinate logistics.
• Oversee on-site event execution, staff management, and issue resolution.
• Build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure retention.
• Stay abreast of catering and event trends to offer innovative solutions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and creative Senior Event Planner with a strong specialization in catering services for their operations in Richards Bay. You will be instrumental in conceptualizing, planning, and executing memorable events, working closely with clients to craft bespoke culinary experiences. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of catering logistics and trends, ensuring every event is a resounding success and reflects the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage event proposals, budgets, and timelines for all assigned catering events.


• Collaborate with clients to design custom menus, select themes, and coordinate all logistical aspects of their events.


• Oversee on-site event execution, ensuring seamless service delivery, effective staff management, and timely problem resolution.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations and client retention.


• Stay abreast of industry trends in event planning and catering to offer innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning, with a significant focus on catering and hospitality.


• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing diverse events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions.


• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.


• Proficiency in event management software and standard office tools.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• The chance to work on diverse and prestigious events in the Richards Bay area.


• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.


• A creative and collaborative work environment that values innovation.


• Employee recognition programs and performance incentives.