•Drive financial growth in overall revenue and operational excellence, achieving significant year-over-year improvements in both top and bottom lines.•Lead F&B division with 30+ unique restaurants, bars, and coffee shops, and 12 hotels across the US.•Spearhead the creation and scaling of Makeready Restaurants, including signature brands Hank’s Seafood and Chouette.•Negotiate key service agreements and strategic partnerships to drive growth and competitive advantage and position Makeready for expansion.•Direct creative F&B concept development for Makeready portfolio, collaborating with world-class designers, architects, and consultants.•Strategic work to systematize processes and standards, to enhance the overall performance of the F&B discipline.