Virtual Catering Event Planner

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Virtual Catering Event Planner to design and manage culinary experiences for clients remotely, serving Port Elizabeth and beyond. You will consult with clients online, craft customized menus, and coordinate logistics with culinary teams and delivery partners.

The role emphasizes meticulous planning, strong virtual communication, and the ability to coordinate timelines and budgets in a remote setting, delivering memorable events and outstanding client

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning within catering or hospitality.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
• Strong virtual communication and remote rapport-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients virtually to conceptualize and plan customized catering packages for various events.
• Develop creative and detailed menu options, considering dietary needs, themes, and budgets.
• Coordinate with culinary teams and delivery partners to ensure timely and accurate execution of catering orders.
• Manage event timelines and client communications throughout the planning and execution phases.
• Utilize digital platforms to manage client relationships, proposals, and event details.
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovative approaches to remote and virtual event catering.

Skills

Event planning

Organization

Virtual communication

CRM systems

Design software

Tools

CRM software

Video conferencing tools

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the catering industry, is looking for a creative and meticulously organized Virtual Catering Event Planner to manage and design exceptional culinary experiences for clients remotely, serving the Port Elizabeth area and beyond. This role focuses on leveraging digital tools and platforms to consult with clients, plan unique menus, and coordinate logistics for events held virtually or with remote elements. You will be at the forefront of designing innovative catering solutions that transcend physical boundaries, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a planner who thrives in a remote setting and possesses a keen eye for detail and a passion for memorable food experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients virtually to conceptualize and plan customized catering packages for various events.
• Develop creative and detailed menu options, considering dietary needs, themes, and budgets.
• Coordinate with culinary teams and delivery partners to ensure timely and accurate execution of catering orders.
• Manage event timelines and client communications throughout the planning and execution phases.
• Utilize digital platforms to manage client relationships, proposals, and event details.
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovative approaches to remote and virtual event catering.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning , specifically within catering or a related hospitality field.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with a strong ability to multitask.
• Excellent virtual communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building rapport remotely.
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration tools, CRM systems, and design software.
• Creative thinking and a passion for developing unique and engaging culinary experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape the future of virtual and remote event catering.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Professional development support and access to industry training.