Virtual Catering Coordinator

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Home office stipend

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Virtual Catering Coordinator to manage all aspects of remote catering operations, ensuring seamless virtual events and client satisfaction. You will coordinate with virtual teams, clients, and third-party vendors to deliver exceptional culinary experiences from a distance.

The role focuses on menu oversight, order scheduling, dietary requirements, and maintaining strong partner relationships across regions.

Qualifications

• Experience in event coordination or hospitality with catering.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency with digital tools for project management and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate virtual catering orders from menu to delivery.
• Serve as liaison between clients, team, and vendors.
• Build relationships with catering partners across regions.
• Use event software to track orders and budgets.
• Coordinate dietary requirements and client specs.

Skills

Event coordination

Hospitality management

Organizational skills

Communication

Digital tools

Vendor management

Remote work

Tools

Event management software

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Virtual Catering Coordinator to manage and streamline all aspects of our remote catering operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless event execution and client satisfaction from a distance. You will be the central point of contact, coordinating with virtual teams, clients, and third-party vendors to deliver exceptional culinary experiences for virtual events and remote teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead remote catering initiatives within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, contributing directly to the success of dispersed teams and online gatherings.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all logistical aspects of virtual catering orders, including menu selection, ordering, and delivery scheduling.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, the internal team, and catering vendors to ensure clear communication and timely updates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with a network of reliable, high-quality catering partners across various regions.
• Utilize event management software and communication platforms to track orders, manage budgets, and resolve issues proactively.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and ensure all client specifications are met with precision and care.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event coordination , hospitality management, or a related field, with a focus on catering.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills , with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and negotiate effective.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for project management, communication, and vendor management.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential performance bonuses.
• Flexible work-from-home schedule and environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in event management.
• Contribution towards home office setup and equipment.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture focused on innovation and client success.