Virtual Event Catering Planner

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Flexible hours

Bonuses potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Virtual Event Catering Planner who will design bespoke menus and logistics for remote and hybrid events from a home-based setup. You will collaborate with clients to deliver bespoke catering solutions for worldwide or local attendees, combining culinary creativity with logistics and digital coordination.

The role emphasizes managing virtual or delivered catering aspects to meet high standards, with opportunities to innovate in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in event planning, catering sales, or menu development.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage logistics for remote deliveries.
• Excellent client relationship management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design customized catering packages and menus for virtual and hybrid events, considering delivery logistics.
• Coordinate with partner caterers and delivery services to ensure timely and accurate execution of event orders.
• Manage client communications, providing consultations and proposals for virtual event catering needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with a network of reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Oversee the budget for virtual catering components of events, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Gather client feedback post-event to identify areas for improvement and service enhancement.

Skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Event management software

Virtual communication platforms

Menu design

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Virtual Event Catering Planner to manage and conceptualize catering solutions for remote and hybrid events. Based from home, you will work closely with clients to design bespoke menus and logistics for events where attendees may be dispersed globally or locally. This role demands a blend of culinary creativity, logistical prowess, and strong client management skills, all executed through digital channels. You will be responsible for ensuring that every virtual or delivered catering aspect meets our client's high standards, regardless of the physical location of the event or attendees. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of evolving event catering practices within a supportive and forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design customized catering packages and menus for virtual and hybrid events, considering delivery logistics.
• Coordinate with partner caterers and delivery services to ensure timely and accurate execution of event orders.
• Manage client communications, providing consultations and proposals for virtual event catering needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with a network of reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Oversee the budget for virtual catering components of events, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Gather client feedback post-event to identify areas for improvement and service enhancement.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in event planning , catering sales, or menu development, with a focus on remote/virtual execution.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage logistics, including packaging and temperature control for deliveries.
• Excellent client relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and virtual communication platforms.
• Creative flair for menu design and presentation, adapted for remote delivery.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to innovate in the growing field of virtual event catering.
• Collaborative and creative team culture.
• Professional development opportunities in event management and culinary arts .