LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – July 15, 2024 – The Walt Disney World Swan
and Dolphin has appointed Greg Sherman as director of food and beverage. He
will oversee the complex’s multi-million-dollar food and beverage
operation, comprised of 23 outlets.
With a highly impressive professional background, Sherman brings over 25
years of food and beverage experience, with roles including executive
chef, general manager, regional general manager, and director of training
and development. In 2014, he joined Rosa Mexicano as general manager.
His exceptional leadership skills and deep understanding of the food and
beverage industry ultimately propelled him to regional director of
operations, vice president of operations, and chief operating officer.
As COO, Sherman was responsible for restaurant, beverage, and culinary
operations, private dining and sales, marketing, IT, finance, human
resources, and training and development. His accomplishments included:
Opening 6 new locations over 16 months; overseeing 12 Rosa
Mexicano locations and 6 other concepts within the restaurant’s
portfolio; managing an hourly team of over 1,600 associates and 130
managers and designing and implementing hospitality training programs.
Sherman received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Anselm College and
a master’s in education from the Lynch School of Education and Human
Development at Boston College. His roots are deeply tied to the food and
beverage world, as he follows the path of his restauranteur parents.
“The food and beverage operation at the Walt Disney World Swan and
Dolphin is very dynamic, requiring a very specialized skill set and
personality,” said Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Area General
Manager Sean Verney. “We are impressed with Greg’s diverse
background and the successes he has achieved. We believe he is an ideal
fit for our operation, and we’re truly excited to welcome him to the
team.”
Sherman’s impressive background and commitment to delivering genuine
hospitality, underscored by his deep people passion, perfectly aligns
with the culture of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin.
About the _Walt Disney World_ Swan and Dolphin
In the heart of the Walt Disney World Resort, the award-winning Walt
Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel resides amongst the greatest theme
parks and attractions in Central Florida. The complex is located between
_EPCOT_ and _Disney’s Hollywood Studios_, and nearby _Disney’s
Animal Kingdom_ Theme Park and _Magic Kingdom_ Park. Guests can discover
23 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms, and
the luxurious Mandara Spa. The complex features six pools, three health
clubs, nearby golf, complimentary transportation throughout _Walt Disney
World_ Resort: early entry to all four theme parks daily and extended
evening theme park hours on select nights in select theme parks. The
newest addition, the 14-story Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, opened
2021 and offers an upscale, boutique atmosphere and 149 suites
ideal for families and two presidential suites.
With 23 restaurants and lounges and a distinguished culinary and
beverage team, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin continually earns
national recognition for its food and beverage program. The hotel
features nearly 30 certified wine sommeliers and 1,400 wine selections.
