Wolfgang Puck Catering · 3 weeks ago
Catering Operations Manager
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expWolfgang Puck Catering is committed to providing exceptional hospitality-driven experiences, and they are seeking a Catering Operations Manager to ensure flawless execution of events. This role requires a dynamic professional who can manage complex logistics, partner with chefs and vendors, and maintain high standards of client satisfaction.
Event ManagementEventsFood and BeverageHospital
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted consultant to clients, guiding them on scope, vision, menu design, and entertainment to create extraordinary events within budget
Partner with WPC chefs to design customized menus that delight and inspire
Negotiate with and manage vendors, ensuring seamless coordination and exceptional service delivery
Lead, train, and inspire catering staff to consistently perform at the highest level
Build and manage staffing schedules that align talent with event needs
Serve as the central liaison across Sales, Culinary, Staffing, Captains, Vendors, and Clients, ensuring flawless communication and execution
Oversee financial tracking, contract compliance, and post-event evaluations to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement
Resolve guest concerns swiftly and professionally, always maintaining the WPC standard of hospitality
Qualification
Required
Proven leader in hospitality or off-premise catering with a strong operations background
Expert in balancing multiple events, client relationships, and team management with ease
Strong communication skills, persuasive, professional, and client-focused
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, P&Ls, labor forecasting, and sales reporting
High-level negotiation skills and business acumen, with the confidence to partner with senior culinary leaders
Experience in HR functions including hiring, training, and developing talent
Operationally savvy, resilient, and adaptable to rapidly changing event demands
3–5 years of management experience in catering, fine dining, luxury hospitality, or a related environment
Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences and growing the business
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)
Company
Wolfgang Puck Catering
Wolfgang Puck Catering provides event catering services for social gatherings, weddings, corporate functions, and private dining.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Barbara Lazaroff
Co-founder
Eric Klein
Vice President of Culinary / Partner
Recent News
2025-11-14
2025-10-01
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