Catering Operations Manager

Compass Group•Atlanta, GA

8d•$85,000 - $91,000•Onsite

About The Position

Where Passion Meets Purpose - and Careers Come Alive At Wolfgang Puck Catering, great careers are crafted the same way great food is — with passion, intention, and the right people around you. We hire for curiosity, spirit, and heart, and we invest in everything you bring to the table. Through mentorship, real development, and a clear path to leadership, we're committed to your journey — not just your job title. Come be part of something that challenges and champions you in equal measure. Success on our team starts with our culture: We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients. A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats. Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality. We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to. We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships. We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy). Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions. Job Summary The Catering Operations Manager supports the successful delivery of events hosted on‑site at the Georgia Aquarium as well as select off‑premise locations. This role partners closely with Wolfgang Puck Catering and internal Aquarium teams to lead event logistics, labor planning, and operational coordination across a wide range of event formats. With a primary focus on logistics and operational execution, this position provides hands‑on leadership before, during, and after events, ensuring teams, resources, and timelines stay aligned. The Catering Operations Manager brings a collaborative mindset, strong event knowledge, and a solutions‑oriented approach to both Aquarium‑based and off‑site events.

Requirements

Background in event logistics, banquet operations, or catering management
Experience supporting both on‑site and off‑premise events
Familiarity with labor planning, staffing coordination, and operational workflows
Organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple events or priorities
Clear communicator who collaborates effectively across departments and partners
Calm, confident presence during live events
Strong understanding of event flow, logistics, and operational execution

Responsibilities

Plan and execute event logistics for on‑site Aquarium events and off‑premise events
Oversee staffing, labor planning, and on‑site staffing coordination
Coordinate operational details across culinary, facilities, sales, and event teams
Manage vendors, rentals, equipment, and transportation logistics for varied event locations
Provide visible on‑site leadership during events, supporting real‑time problem-solving
Ensure compliance with safety, service, and operational standards across all event settings
Support event timelines, floor plans, and production needs from setup through breakdown
Contribute to process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and guest experience