Event Operations Assistant

About Us


The Wild Thyme Company is a San Diego-based catering company inspired by Mediterranean and Coastal California flavors. We specialize in weddings, celebrations of life, and special events. Our team takes pride in thoughtful hospitality, beautiful presentation, and smooth execution behind the scenes.


About the Role


This is not a traditional warehouse job.


As an Event Operations Assistant, you're part of the engine that keeps weddings and special events running smoothly. You'll prep, load, and receive the equipment, décor, and service items that bring events to life. Since everything comes back to us after the event, attention to detail, organization, and pride in your work are key.


If you like hands-on work, thrive in a team environment, and want a behind-the-scenes role in the events and hospitality industry, this position is a great way to start building that path.


What You'll Do

• Pull, stage, and load event equipment accurately and on schedule
• Work with drivers and managers to ensure on-time departures
• Inspect, clean, and test equipment before and after events
• Organize, restock, andmaintainevent inventory
• Package and secure loose items for transport
• Track missing or low-stock items and communicate needs to management
• Assistwith linens, laundry, and dry-clean coordination
• Wash, fuel, and helpmaintaincompany and rental vehicles
• Support deliveries, pick-ups, pop-up events, and emergency runs as needed
• Drive cargo van and box truck.

What We're Looking


For We're seeking team members interested in events and hospitality who take pride in their work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy being part of a collaborative operations team.


Why This Role Matters This position offers hands-on exposure to the events and hospitality industry and serves as a strong entry point into event staffing, logistics leadership, or operations management.