Resident General Manager

Compass Group•Bentonville, AR

4d•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Resident General Manager to lead food and beverage operations across the AWE Campus, including the Crystal Bridges, its renowned museum spaces, and The Momentary. This leader will oversee a diverse portfolio of dining venues and catering programs, spanning on-site experiences and off-premise events. The role offers the opportunity to shape exceptional hospitality in a unique cultural environment where art, nature, food, and community come together. You’ll guide a high-performing team and collaborate closely with culinary, operations, and client partners to create welcoming, memorable experiences for guests across the entire campus and beyond. Crystal Bridges showcases five centuries of American art in a setting that blends creative expression with natural beauty. The Momentary extends this vision into contemporary space—bringing together music, culinary experiences, and community connection as a vibrant, evolving destination. Together, these venues form a dynamic campus where hospitality plays a central role in how guests connect, gather, and celebrate.

Requirements

Experience leading multi-unit food and beverage operations or complex hospitality environments
Ability to oversee diverse venues and event formats, including off-site catering
Strong operational mindset paired with a thoughtful, guest-centered approach
Confidence managing multiple priorities across a campus-style setting
A collaborative leader who builds strong, trusting relationships
Passion for hospitality, food, and creating meaningful experiences
Commitment to developing teams and fostering an inclusive workplace
Adaptable and solutions-oriented in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in museums, cultural institutions, or destination hospitality environments
Background in catering and large-scale event operations
Familiarity with multi-location financial and operational oversight

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership for all food and beverage operations across the campus, including multiple dining venues and event spaces
Oversee on-site catering and support execution of off-premise events, ensuring consistency in quality and experience
Partner with culinary leadership to develop innovative, seasonally inspired menus across outlets and events
Foster an inclusive, guest-focused culture that prioritizes hospitality at every touchpoint
Build strong, collaborative relationships with museum and Momentary stakeholders
Lead, coach, and support team members across multiple locations, creating opportunities for growth and development
Guide operational excellence across diverse venues, ensuring service, safety, and quality standards are met
Manage financial performance across outlets and catering programs, including forecasting and cost controls
Support planning and delivery of high-profile events, exhibitions, and community programming
Ensure alignment and consistency across all campus food and beverage experiences