Sunny Makhni
Hospitality Operations Executive | Michelin Star, Michelin Key & Forbes Experience | F&B Strategy & Brand Development | Real Estate Investor
- Role
- Director of Food and Beverage at JW Marriott
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sunny Makhni
Senior hospitality executive with 15+ years leading high-performance teams across Michelin-star restaurants, Michelin Key hotels, Forbes Five-Star properties, and three major hotel openings. I specialize in transforming operations, scaling multi-outlet F&B programs, and driving strong financial performance in luxury, high-volume environments.My leadership approach is strategic, analytical, and people-centric—focused on P&L optimization, operational excellence, talent development, and cross-functional execution. I thrive in roles that demand clarity, speed, and elevated service standards, consistently delivering measurable results while strengthening culture and guest experience.I’m driven by building world-class hospitality operations that are efficient, profitable, and aligned with luxury brand expectations.
Experience
Director of Food and Beverage
Jun 2025 — Present · Reston, VA, US
Education
Northwood University
BBA, Business Administration
2009 — 2010
Hotel Institue Montreux
BBA in Hotel Management, Hospitality Administration/Management
2009 — 2010
Swiss Hotel Management School, Switzerland
Higher Diploma, Hospitality Administration/Management
2005 — 2007
Skills
- Pre-Opening
- Tourism
- Food
- Restaurants
- Wine
- Banquet Operations
- Catering
- Hospitality Management
- Fine Dining
- Hospitality
- Restaurant Management
- Haccp
- Event Management
- Resorts
- Hotel Management
- Food & Beverage
- Menu Development
- Hotels
- Rooms Division
- Micros
- Food
- Banquets
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