Your Partner in High-End Hospitality Hiring

Finding the right leader can transform your brand — and in luxury hospitality, there’s no room for guesswork. At The Reserve Talent Group, we specialize in placing elite food, wine, and beverage professionals in roles where precision, presence, and guest experience matter most. From boutique wineries and private estates to fine dining destinations and luxury resorts, we help build teams that elevate every pour, plate, and moment.

Our vision

At The Reserve Talent Group, our vision is rooted in one idea: that extraordinary hospitality begins with extraordinary people. We exist to help brands deliver unforgettable guest experiences by connecting them with leaders who embody excellence — in wine, in service, and in every detail that defines a world-class operation.

what makes us different

We’re not a volume-based recruiting firm — we specialize in senior-level, high-impact placements across food, wine, and luxury hospitality. From sommeliers and wine directors to winemakers and food and beverage executives, our process is curated, consultative, and relationship-driven. We don’t just fill roles. We help shape teams that elevate everything your guests see, feel, and taste.

The Talent’s Not the Only Thing Worth Talking About

trusted by the industry’s best

From boutique wineries and private estates to luxury resorts and fine dining destinations, our clients trust us to deliver talent that transforms teams and elevates the guest experience. Here’s what they’re saying about working with The Reserve Talent Group.

Tracy Hepner

Owner

“I was hesitant to use a search firm based on a past experience with another firm; however, the professional nature and thorough research that these guys did for my company was so over the top and the employees that they have assisted me in hiring have become such key assets!”

lynette jacobson

CEO

“True professionals with a commitment to providing quality hiring services, they have raised my expectations when first working with them. No other company has been able to meet their standard of service. They are highly intuitive to the needs of each position, and able to place individuals who are not only competent and qualified, but a good fit for our company’s culture.”

Shane Kuk

General Manager

“Their professionalism is above and beyond what we could have expected. They meet every hiring need with speed and with quality. They have taken the time to understand the needs of our business.”

Industries We Serve

where expertise meets experience

We partner with a range of luxury hospitality brands, each with distinct needs and standards — but all with one shared goal: to build exceptional teams.

01. Wineries & Vineyards

From winemakers to estate directors, we help build teams that reflect the craftsmanship, care, and story behind every bottle.

02. Fine Dining

We partner with refined kitchens and hospitality groups to place chefs, sommeliers, and beverage leaders who elevate both service and brand.

03. Luxury Hotels & Resorts

We recruit senior-level food and beverage talent for five-star properties, ensuring a seamless experience across dining, wine, and guest touchpoints.

04. Wine Retail & Beverage Distributors

For curated wine boutiques and luxury distributors, we place buyers, directors, and sales professionals with deep product knowledge and a polished presence.

Our Process

proven. personal. purposeful.

At The Reserve Talent Group, our process is built on decades of recruiting expertise — thoughtfully adapted to meet the distinct demands of luxury hospitality and fine beverage leadership. Every step is designed to deliver an exceptional hiring experience, grounded in care, clarity, and results.

meet our team

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Discovery & Alignment

We begin by getting to know your brand, your business, and the kind of leadership you need. Whether you’re building a team from the ground up or making a pivotal hire, our first step is alignment — in values, vision, and guest philosophy.

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Curated Search & Evaluation

Through our deep network and referral-based outreach, we identify, engage, and carefully evaluate candidates who bring the right experience, presence, and cultural fit. Every introduction we make is intentional — built to enhance your team and elevate your guest experience.

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Placement & Partnership

From interviews to offers to onboarding, we provide hands-on support at every stage of the process. And our relationship doesn’t end with a signed offer — we stay connected to ensure a seamless transition and lasting success, long after the placement is made.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of roles do you fill?

We specialize in senior-level food, wine, and hospitality positions — including sommeliers, wine directors, F&B executives, winemakers, and private estate staff. All of our placements are highly curated and typically six-figure or leadership-level.

Do you only recruit for the West Coast?

While we’re based in the Pacific Northwest, we partner with luxury brands across the West Coast and select national placements. Our network is strongest in California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho — but we’re always open to strategic partnerships nationwide.

Do you work with private clients or only hospitality brands?

We proudly serve both. In addition to working with restaurants, hotels, and wineries, we also place hospitality professionals for UHNW individuals, family offices, and private estates.

What makes The Reserve Talent Group different from other recruiters?

We offer a boutique, relationship-driven approach that goes beyond transactional recruiting. Every search is custom, every candidate vetted by hand, and every placement designed to reflect the level of service our clients provide.

How long does a typical search take?

Most placements are completed in 4–8 weeks, depending on role complexity, location, and market conditions. We move quickly — without ever compromising quality.

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