Virtual Catering Event Coordinator

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Virtual Catering Event Coordinator to manage remote client engagements from Port Elizabeth. You will coordinate end-to-end logistics for catering packages for virtual events, act as the primary contact for clients and vendors, and ensure a seamless, high-quality experience in a remote capacity.

The role emphasizes organization, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication, with responsibilities spanning schedules, dietary details, delivery addresses, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event coordination, logistics, or customer service.
• Experience in remote settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with virtual collaboration tools and project management software.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload remotely.
• Keen eye for detail and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for delivering catering packages for virtual events, liaising with clients and food providers.
• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely order fulfillment and delivery.
• Communicate with clients to confirm event details, dietary needs, and delivery addresses.
• Troubleshoot and resolve delivery or quality issues promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate records of event details, client communications, and vendor performance.
• Assist in developing and refining virtual catering service offerings and processes.

Skills

Event coordination

Logistics

Time management

Communication

Remote tools

Independent work

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and communicative Virtual Catering Event Coordinator to manage remote client engagements from Port Elizabeth. This role involves coordinating the logistics of delivering catering packages to attendees for virtual events, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience. You will be the primary point of contact for clients and vendors, managing schedules, troubleshooting delivery issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a fully remote capacity. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your organizational skills in the burgeoning field of virtual event catering.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end logistics of delivering catering packages for virtual events, liaising with clients and food providers.
• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with clients to confirm event details, dietary needs, and delivery addresses.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any delivery or quality issues that arise promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate records of event details, client communications, and vendor performance.
• Assist in the development and refinement of virtual catering service offerings and processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event coordination, logistics, or customer service, preferably in a remote setting.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-centric approach.
• Proficiency in using virtual communication tools and project management software.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage workload in a remote-first environment.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to ensuring a positive client experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a fully remote position.
• Flexible working hours and the convenience of working from home.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of virtual event innovation.
• Professional development and training in remote operations.
• A supportive virtual team environment focused on collaboration and success.