Mary-Catherine Moore has been appointed as Executive Director of Food & Beverage and Managing Partner at Shinola
Shinola Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary-Catherine Moore as Executive Director of Food & Beverage and Managing Partner. In her role, Moore will lead culinary operations across upscale Italian restaurant San Morello, urban speakeasy Evening Bar, beer hall The Brakeman and beloved fried chicken spot Penny Red's. Additionally, Moore will oversee Shinola Hotel's in-room dining, banquets, programming, and events, collectively shaping a hospitality experience defined by excellence and intention.
A seasoned hospitality leader, Moore brings more than two decades of experience across some of the country's most respected hospitality groups and competitive markets. A Nashville native, she built her career at premier establishments nationwide before joining NoHo Hospitality Group in New York City in 2013. There, Moore served as Private Events Coordinator for Robert DeNiro's acclaimed Greenwich Hotel and Locanda Verde, playing a key role in private events and operational strategy throughout a highly influential 13-year tenure in New York City. During this time, she was instrumental in the successful launch and growth of multiple venues within the NoHo Hospitality portfolio.
Moore relocated to Detroit in 2018 to lead events and catering for the landmark opening of Shinola Hotel. As Regional Director of Events & Catering, she built and led a high-performing team that executed hundreds of bespoke corporate, social, and wedding events annually. Under her leadership, the hotel earned top industry recognitions, including Detroit's first-ever prestigious MICHELIN Key.
Moore will continue to work closely alongside Cory Barberio, Executive Chef and Managing Partner of Shinola Hotel, who oversees culinary programs and operations property-wide. Together, Moore and Barberio bring decades of food and beverage experience, with deep roots in New York City's highly competitive hospitality scene. Both have been integral to Shinola Hotel since its opening, playing foundational roles in shaping its culinary and service identity. Their partnership blends Barberio's creative culinary vision with Moore's strategic oversight of guest experiences, including service standards and front-of-house operations to ensure each venue is distinct yet cohesive, delivering exceptional quality through a seamless hospitality experience.
More information about Shinola Hotel can be found at https://www.shinolahotel.com/
Mary-Catherine Moore is an alumnus of New York University .