Billy Mark has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Billy Mark rounds out the hotel's culinary team structure and validates the property's positioning as the"World's Gathering Place".
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of Billy Mark as the property's new Director of Food & Beverage. With a distinguished hospitality career spanning over 30 years, Mark brings a dynamic approach to culinary excellence that promises to elevate the dining experience for our hotel guests.
Born in Germany into a multi-cultural family with a military background, Mark's upbringing catalyzed his appreciation for travel and different cultures. He spent his childhood living overseas and discovering a vast array of cultural flavors, while also being exposed to his mother's Indonesian background.
Mark's extensive experience began at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL, where he contributed as a bartender and server before he was quickly promoted to Food and Beverage Manager. After dedicating six years to managing the resort's food and beverage program, Mark took on a variety leadership roles across renowned hotel brands including Hilton and Wyndham. In his new role, he will lead a talented team and spearhead all food and beverage opperations, including Gatherings by Sheraton, weekly presentations that showcase the hotel's wide range of F&B offerings.
Throughout his career, Mark has worked under some of the best leaders in the industry. Guided by the wisdom of award-winning chef and mentor Fernando Salazar, Mark embodies "the relentless pursuit of excellence." His leadership is characterized by a continuous drive for innovation and quality, ensuring that every dining experience is nothing short of remarkable.