Resident General Manager at Compass Group in AR

Salary: $125,000 - $150,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan, Relocation Assistance Available

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.

"I can have the best food, but if we don't have good people, it won't get you very far." — Wolfgang Puck

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.

“I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.”

Job Summary

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.

Key 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

What We’re Looking For

• 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
• 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

Apply to Wolfgang Puck Catering today!

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_WPC.pdf

Req ID: 1548063

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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