Senior Venue Catering Lead for Premier Events

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Uniform provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Venue Catering Manager to oversee all in-house catering operations at our Upington venue. You will lead a dedicated catering team, liaise with clients to plan events, and ensure top-tier food and service quality from inquiry to post-event follow-up.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in catering or hospitality management, strong leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a busy venue setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in catering management, event management, or hospitality management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage operations, menu planning, and costing.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards in the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the venue's in-house catering operations.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the catering team, ensuring high service standards.
• Liaise with clients to understand their event requirements and develop customized catering plans.
• Oversee menu planning, food preparation, and presentation in collaboration with the culinary team.
• Manage event execution, ensuring smooth service delivery and adherence to timelines.
• Control catering costs, manage inventory, and optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and venue staff during events.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues or client concerns promptly.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal departments.

Skills

Leadership

Event management

Client communication

Budgeting and costing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Venue Catering Manager to oversee all in-house catering operations at our Upington venue. You will lead a dedicated catering team, liaise with clients to plan events, and ensure top-tier food and service quality from inquiry to post-event follow-up.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in catering or hospitality management, strong leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a busy venue setting.