Strategic Catering Manager: Elite Events & Client Care

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Travel allowances

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee the planning and execution of corporate catering events. You will be the primary liaison for clients, translating visions into exceptional culinary experiences and ensuring service excellence across all functions.

The role requires strong coordination with chefs, service staff, and suppliers, plus robust budgeting, menu development, and regulatory compliance to deliver flawless events and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management or related hospitality roles.
• Strong client liaison abilities and communication skills.
• Experience with budgeting, costing menus and supplier negotiations.
• Ability to coordinate with chefs, service staff and vendors for seamless event execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end catering from client consultation to post-event follow-up.
• Develop customized menus and proposals with clients and culinary team.
• Coordinate with chefs, staff, and external vendors for seamless event execution.
• Manage budgets, cost menus, negotiate with suppliers, control expenses.
• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene compliance for food service.
• Conduct site inspections and venue assessments for event logistics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship mgmt

Budget management

Menu planning

Vendor negotiation

Event planning

Multitasking

Event planning software

Tools

Event planning software

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to oversee the planning and execution of corporate catering events. You will be the primary liaison for clients, translating visions into exceptional culinary experiences and ensuring service excellence across all functions.

The role requires strong coordination with chefs, service staff, and suppliers, plus robust budgeting, menu development, and regulatory compliance to deliver flawless events and client satisfaction.