A groundbreaking live entertainment and hospitality company is redefining what guest experience means in the world of immersive venues. They are seeking a Vice President of Hospitality & Guest Experience to oversee the full guest journey at the flagship New York venue—across bars, lounges, the theater, and every customer touchpoint.This is a rare opportunity to launch a truly innovative hospitality program, own the full P&L, and build a proactive, empowered team culture. With global expansion on the horizon, this role offers the potential to grow into a leadership position spanning multiple cities and countries.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the Guest Journey: Own the entire experience from arrival to departure—across F&B, front-of-house, VIP, guest services, box office, and more.
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Build & Inspire Your Team: Recruit, train, and mentor a team of hospitality professionals and managers, setting new standards for proactive, thoughtful service.
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Set Standards of Excellence: Develop protocols inspired by the world’s best luxury hotels, ensuring every guest feels seen, valued, and delighted.
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Oversee Operations & P&L: Manage budgets, pricing, and forecasts for all revenue centers; collaborate with F&B and chef consultants on menu, programming, and execution.
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Collaborate Across Departments: Partner with marketing, PR, box office, events, and security; serve as the key point of contact for F&B and chef consultants.
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Drive Innovation: Introduce new ideas for entertainment, in-venue activations, and customer engagement.
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Champion Inclusivity & Safety: Foster an inclusive, safe, and positive workplace culture for both staff and guests.
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Be Onsite, Hands-On: Lead by example during performances and high-traffic times, addressing real-time needs on the floor.
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Prepare for Growth: Help establish systems and standards for global expansion.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership in luxury or high-volume hospitality, live entertainment, or customer experience environments
- Experience managing teams, budgets, and multi-outlet operations
- A passion for innovation, operational excellence, and world-class service
- Strong communication, crisis management, and problem-solving skills
- Background collaborating with culinary, F&B, marketing, and guest services teams
- Flexible, hands-on approach; comfortable working nights, weekends, and high-profile events
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $175,000+ DOE (plus annual bonus target of 20%)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan and paid time off
- Professional development and global advancement opportunities