When people think about game day at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves, they think of packed stands, home runs, and unforgettable moments on the field. What they don’t always see is the team behind the scenes making those experiences possible.
So, how does the Delaware North culinary team bring game day to life at Truist Park? Team members recently featured in a Food & Wine video that shines a spotlight on the people, planning, and teamwork required to serve more than 40,000 fans each game night, across 81 Major League Baseball home games.
More than a job, part of something bigger
On game day, Truist Park becomes one of the largest food and beverage operations in the Southeast. Nearly 2,000 Delaware North team members work together across kitchens, commissaries, warehouses, clubs, concessions kiosks, and guest service areas to create an exceptional guest experience.
From Executive Chefs to Cooks, Concessions Stand Attendants, Warehouse team members, and more, every person plays a role in making game day happen. The scale is extraordinary, but what stands out most is the collaboration. Success depends on hundreds of people working together towards the shared goal, delivering memorable moments for guests.
Where passion meets precision
The video follows Executive Chef, Jaco, and his team as they prepare for another Braves home game. Months before fans arrive, planning is already underway. Menus are developed, processes are tested, inventory is forecasted, and teams prepare for the millions of food and beverage items that will be served throughout the season. Our team members have opportunities to solve complex challenges, innovate, and collaborate with talented teams to bring large-scale hospitality experiences to life.
Learning from the best
One of the most exciting aspects of working at Delaware North is the opportunity to learn from experienced industry leaders. The Food & Wine feature highlights the culinary expertise behind the operation, including collaboration with Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán and a team of chefs dedicated to continually raising the bar on quality and innovation.
From premium club dining to inventive concessions concepts, team members are constantly challenged to think creatively. It’s an environment where learning never stops and where employees can build skills that translate across hospitality venues worldwide.
Building careers through hospitality
The Food & Wine video offers a glimpse into the excitement, complexity, and teamwork that come with being a Delaware North team member. It’s also a powerful reminder of the opportunities available to hospitality professionals who want to grow their skills in fast-paced environments.
Beyond the excitement of game day, team members gain experience managing high-volume operations, working alongside industry leaders, and delivering service at one of Major League Baseball’s premier venues. These experiences help build skills that can open doors across Delaware North’s global portfolio of hospitality and entertainment destinations.
Creating moments that matter
Toward the end of the video, Chef Jaco shares a simple thought that captures what hospitality is all about: “If I can take something as simple as food and make you smile, that for me is a job well done.” That commitment to creating memorable experiences is at the heart of everything we do at Delaware North.
Whether it’s feeding 40,000 fans on game day, welcoming guests to one of our resorts, or delivering exceptional service at a world-class entertainment venue, our team members make those moments possible. That’s what makes working at Delaware North so rewarding.
