Kelley Teixeira
Culinary Manager | Oakland, CAKelley hones the off-grid kitchen, blending logistical precision with culinary expertise to lead the culinary experience in the off-grid, fire-fueled kitchen.
Tegan Fannin
Front of House Manager | Tampa, FLTegan leads with precision and heart – coordinating staff, service, and setup to deliver exceptional hospitality while constantly elevating the team and the guest experience.
Amanda Sloan
Lead Infrastructure Manager | Houston, TXAmanda keeps the wheels turning and the wires humming. Combining engineering precision with warm hospitality to keep our equipment sharp and our guests well cared for.
Mahalia Xiaoqi.Smith
Tour Manager | New York, NYMahalia keeps the tour running smoothly and the glasses filled, coordinating thoughtful beverage pairings at events while juggling crew logistics like sleeping arrangements and laundry on the road.
Jack Richmond
Host | Santa Cruz, CAJack sets the tone from the first hello at check-in to the final farewell – welcoming guests, guiding the experience, and making sure each person feels a personal and memorable touch.
Nolan Haines
Infrastructure Manager | Santa Cruz, CANolan is the first face guests see as they arrive, guiding parking with a warm welcome. While behind the scenes, he’s driving, fixing, and troubleshooting to ensure movements runs seamlessly from setup to sundown.
Meet our Traveling Tour Crew
Our traveling crew joins the team in completing over 100 hundred events across North America. From schlepping and shimming to serving the table, to expediting the kitchen, to driving our trucks and trailers, to assisting our guest chefs and producers, this crew truly brings our events to life. Be sure to say hello at the table!
Jim Denevan | Santa Cruz, CA
Jim is the lifeblood of Outstanding in the Field. As our bold visionary, he leads the team in bringing his imaginative—sometimes outlandish, always beautiful—ideas to life out in the field.
Seth Heitzenrater | Santa Cruz, CA
As COO, Seth is the backbone of this culinary circus. From logistics to leadership, the show simply doesn’t go on without him.
Tommie Murphy | San Francisco, CA
Tommie is a client’s best friend—calm, capable, and detail-driven. He ensures every event runs smoothly and every moment feels effortless.
Austin Daly |
Nuts & Bolts
Michelle Moreland | Brooklyn, NY
Michelle is the procedural mind behind the scenes, bringing method to the madness and turning big-picture visions into reality.
Katie McMurty | Memphis, TN
If you’ve reached out to us in the past few years, chances are you’ve talked to Katie. She runs all things guest relations, ensuring every question is answered and every detail accounted for.
Ali Wingate | Burlington, VT
Ali is our operations powerhouse—making sure events are fully staffed, rentals are in place, and every team member has what they need to succeed. A skilled communicator with a relentless drive, she keeps everything running smoothly on and off the field.
Caroline Hernandez | Santa Barbara, CA
Caroline brings top-tier logistical prowess to the table, producing exciting, seamless, and fully customized events from coast to coast.
Denise Sullivan | Los Angeles, CA
Denise leads our brand partnerships, aligning with only the best collaborators to ensure every partnership fits seamlessly and authentically into the Outstanding experience.
Marcie Gsteiger-Cox | Denver, CO
Marcie is a master of behind-the-scenes magic, making sure every element of an event flows seamlessly. Her thoughtful planning and hands-on approach ensure every gathering is as beautiful as it is well-orchestrated.
Jim Kellogg | Santa Cruz, CA
Our behind-the-scenes finance guru, Jim (aka “JK”) keeps the numbers in check and the petty cash stocked.
Marisa Whitenton | Houston, TX
Marisa ensures every event is executed with precision, care, and thoughtful detail—her fingerprints are on every perfect moment.
Catherine Manterola | Houston, TX
From setup to sendoff, Catherine brings calm precision and creative flair to every event. With a sharp eye for detail and a deep care for the guest experience, she helps craft moments that feel effortless and unforgettable.
Join Our Family
We are always seeking motivated individuals looking for a challenging and fulfilling work environment. We aim to bring together caring, intelligent, and dedicated individuals who strive to be the best in their field. A positive attitude and an appreciation for sustainable practices are mandatory!
We begin finalizing our traveling tour crew in the early part of the year. However, we often seek satellite crew members as well as temporary local help at our events to assist with setting up and serving the table. Submit your resume below and someone from our staffing team will be in touch.
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