Administrative Support | Client Communication | Data Management
JASON KUSHEL
@jasonkushel
Administrative Support | Client Communication | Data Management
What I'm looking for
I’m an accomplished hospitality executive and General Manager with 30+ years of experience leading luxury hotels, restaurants, and nightlife venues across the U.S. and the Caribbean. I focus on elevating guest experiences, driving revenue growth, and building dynamic teams that consistently deliver excellence—especially in high-volume and luxury environments.
In my recent roles, I led all food & beverage outlets for a flagship South Beach hotel, developing revenue growth strategies, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and improving outlet profitability through innovative menu development and cost controls. As a rooftop bar and lounge General Manager and a multi-outlet leader across coastal restaurants and resorts, I implemented operational systems that increased guest satisfaction, strengthened profitability through targeted marketing and cost efficiency, and reinforced luxury service standards through structured staff training and leadership development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director of Outlets
Mondrian Hotel
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Led all food and beverage outlets for a flagship South Beach hotel, developing revenue growth strategies and managing multimillion-dollar budgets while enforcing brand standards. Increased outlet profitability through menu development and cost controls and built a service-driven leadership team.
General Manager
Hotel Erwin / High Rooftop Lounge
Aug 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year)
Directed all operations for Venice’s only rooftop bar and lounge, implementing new operational systems to improve guest satisfaction and productivity. Strengthened profitability through targeted marketing and cost efficiency improvements.
General Manager
Venice Restaurant Group
Apr 2017 - Aug 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Oversaw operations for two high-volume coastal restaurants, improving efficiency through stronger inventory management and labor cost control. Recruited, trained, and led teams to drive guest satisfaction and revenue growth.
General Manager
The Bungalow
Apr 2016 - Jan 2017 (9 months)
Opened and managed an 8,500 sq. ft. bar/lounge, developing all operational procedures from the ground up. Trained and led a staff of 70 to deliver strong brand alignment and service excellence.
General Manager
Corner Bar Management Group
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)
Launched and managed two high-profile venues on the Las Vegas Strip, overseeing day-to-day operations, financial reporting, and staffing. Implemented systems for payroll, inventory, and cost efficiency to improve overall performance.
General Manager
Arkadia at Fontainebleau Hotel
Mar 2011 - Aug 2013 (2 years 5 months)
Directed multiple outlets within the Fontainebleau resort, including large-scale concerts and nightlife events featuring Tiesto and Deadmau5. Improved operating procedures and staff training programs to strengthen accountability and execution.
VIP Marketing Director
Aura Nightclub at Atlantis Resort
Jan 2008 - Mar 2010 (2 years 2 months)
Redefined luxury nightlife experiences by integrating local Bahamian culture with Western hospitality standards. Increased client retention and repeat business through strategic VIP programming.
General Manager
Lucky Strike Entertainment
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 (1 year)
Opened and operated a hospitality concept blending dining, bowling, and entertainment. Directed operations, staffing, and business development initiatives to drive concept performance.
General Manager
230 Fifth Rooftop Bar & Lounge
Apr 2006 - Jan 2007 (9 months)
Managed 150+ employees at one of NYC’s largest and most profitable rooftop venues. Implemented labor and cost control systems that significantly improved profit margins.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Queens College
Master of Science in Education, Education
Earned a Master of Science in Education from Queens College, completed in 1996.
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