Senior Remote Event & Catering Operations Lead

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly work environment

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive onboarding for remote员工

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Event & Catering Operations Manager to lead remote event operations from a chosen location, with occasional Johannesburg syncs. You will shape catering services, ensure top-quality execution, and drive client satisfaction across all events.

The role requires 7+ years in event management, strong financial acumen, and leadership of remote teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Remote-first position with occasional onsite coordination as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in event management and catering operations, incl. 3+ years in a senior leadership role
• Proven track record managing large-scale events and complex catering operations
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and cost management
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; able to motivate remote teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced remote environment
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office tools
• Strategic thinker with focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management, Business Admin or related field is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of event and catering operations and service delivery
• Develop and implement plans to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Manage budgets, resources and cost control for catering events
• Lead and mentor a remote team of event coordinators and staff
• Source and manage supplier and vendor relationships for quality and cost-effectiveness
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and understand their needs
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations across operations
• Plan and execute events from intimate to large-scale corporate functions
• Monitor industry trends to continuously improve services
• Prepare detailed reports on performance, finances and client feedback for senior management

Skills

Event management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost control

Leadership

Remote team leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Hospitality Management or related (Bachelor's/ tertiary)

Business Administration (desirable)

Tools

Event management software

Office productivity tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Event & Catering Operations Manager to lead remote event operations from a chosen location, with occasional Johannesburg syncs. You will shape catering services, ensure top-quality execution, and drive client satisfaction across all events.

The role requires 7+ years in event management, strong financial acumen, and leadership of remote teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Remote-first position with occasional onsite coordination as needed.