Ben Hardaway Email & Phone Number

San Antonio, TX, US

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

I am a co-owner and partner of Escarpment Hospitality LLC, the parent company of Satellite ATX Restaurant & Bar. Satellite ATX is a premier dining destination in Austin, where I oversee all strategic decisions, culinary innovation, and operational excellence. Our mission is to create memorable experiences that reflect the best of Austin’s culinary scene.

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Spearheaded diverse projects for Hilton Hotels & Resorts, enhancing various sub-brands (Hilton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites, etc.) through initiatives like:~Developing new lobby bar concepts, achieving a 9% revenue increase and a 10bps rise in satisfaction scores.~Reconceptualizing the complimentary breakfast and full-service restaurant for Embassy Suites.

Austin, Texas, United States

Menu Innovator was created as a way to provide the culinary industry with actionable data that can be used to create innovative food with mass appeal.

Arlington, VA

~Oversaw operations of a dynamic $12 million+ hospitality venture, encompassing four a la carte outlets and 55,000 square feet of meeting space, ensuring seamless and profitable management.~Played a pivotal role in the hotel's strategy team, analyzing STR reports to inform and set competitive rate and REVPAR goals, contributing to informed and strategic.

Denver, CO

~Led a high-profile, $5.3 million public space renovation project, including the conceptualization and branding of 'Root25 Taphouse & Kitchen,' demonstrating expertise in project management and creative branding.~Instrumental in the development of innovative menus for Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands, showcasing a strong partnership role and culinary.

Greenville, SC

~Responsible for all aspects of a $4 million plus food and beverage operation that included three a la carte outlets and the largest hotel banquet operation in the city with 28,000 square feet of meeting space.~Implemented three outlet promotions that brought an average of $12,000 additional top line revenue each month.

Greater Atlanta Area

~Coordinated the efforts of 12 managers and 50 associates to effectively produce and service a $25 million annual operation.

Dallas, TX

~Executed the opening and strategy of the renovated restaurants to increase capture and average check by 20%.

Greater Atlanta Area

~Lead all culinary efforts as the headquarter hotel for the NCAA ‘Final Four’.

Greenville, SC

~Hired as an entry level cook and progressed to the supervisor level through continuous training and initiative.