Jesse Carr appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Virgin Hotels New Orleans, set to enhance dining experiences at key venues like Commons Club and The Pool Club.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans, located in the heart of Crescent City’s bustling Warehouse District, continues to expand its talented leadership team with the recent appointment of Jesse Carr as Director of Food & Beverage. In his role, Carr will oversee the hotel’s food & beverage department, including award-winning restaurant Commons Club and wildly popular rooftop The Pool Club.
“Jesse’s background, savvy and genuine personality make him the perfect fit for Virgin,” says hotel General Manager Cody Bertone. “We are excited for him to bring his creativity to the property and take our guests’ dining and drinking experiences to the next level.”
Εxtensive knowledge of Jesse Carr results from his various positions at renowned places throughout Louisiana. From General Manager at Jewel of the South and F&B Director for QED Hospitality and Pontchartrain Hotel to overseeing operations at Covington’s Tchefuncte and The Anchor, Carr has created successful food & beverage programs to meet the needs of the rapid growth across Louisiana. Most recently, Carr was Director of Food & Beverage at The Eliza Jane, one of New Orleans’ downtown luxury hotels.
When not at work, Jesse enjoys spending time with his two sons, photographing, collecting antiques, and reading.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans mixes a passion for food and beverage with music and culture that fuses with the Crescent City’s unique personality. Attractively set in the center of New Orleans, the has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a restaurant.
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