Madelyn Reed

Background

About Madelyn Reed

Anyone in hospitality knows that every day can offer an entirely new and exciting challenge! Growing up working in a ‘mom and pop’ ice cream shop taught me that at a very early age! It also taught me that hospitality is something I have a passion for. After putting down the ice cream scoop, I started as a hostess in a restaurant and worked my up through every position you can think of, learning every step of the way. I was so hungry to learn the ins and outs of each operation and couldn’t wait for the next day and the next challenge I could conquer! I soon realized hospitality wasn’t just a job, wasn’t just a career, but a lifestyle! As I moved into Food and Beverage management, I was reminded again that every day takes equal parts focus and flexibility. A colleague once told me that every day we come to work and we do our jobs but every guest may be experiencing what we have to offer for the very first time which means we have to put forth the effort to make each and every interaction intimate and special. This anecdote has stuck with me through the years, guiding the choices that affect not only my guests, but my team! I hope to partner with a company that shares my vision for impacting each and every guest in a way that creates lasting memories time and time again!