Catering Operations - Intern

About Meragi: Meragi is a rapidly growing start up in India's thriving $50 billion wedding industry. As a technology enabled wedding services provider, we revolutionize the way wedding-related services are bought and delivered. Our mission is to create pioneering industry-first solutions that address the complexities of this industry, utilizing innovative technology to consult, design, and sell wedding services with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality fulfilment.

Backed by top-tier investors, we are at the forefront of transforming the wedding industry landscape. To drive our growth and success, we are seeking dynamic and growth-oriented individuals to design dream wedding for our customers.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Intern – Project Manager (Catering Operations) to support the planning, coordination, and execution of catering operations for weddings and events. The role involves managing vendor coordination, client interactions, cost optimisation and ensuring smooth on-site event execution.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate with catering vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and fulfilment of event requirements. Assist with vendor negotiations, cost optimization, and budget management while maintaining quality standards. Coordinate catering arrangements, service staff, quantities, timelines, and venue requirements. Support on-site catering setup and event execution, ensuring smooth operations and timely service.

Resolve last-minute operational challenges and coordinate with internal teams and vendors to ensure seamless execution.

Requirements

Strong vendor management, coordination, and negotiation skills. Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality. Strong problem-solving skills, quick thinking, and the ability to handle unexpected situations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with vendors and internal teams.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and support on-site event execution.