About
About Volet Hospitality
Volet (Vo'lā) Hospitality was founded in 2020 by industry veteran Jacob Linzey—at a time when the hospitality industry was facing unprecedented challenges. While the global pandemic brought much of the industry to a halt, Jacob saw an opportunity to redefine the future of food & beverage operations through strategic brand development, concept innovation, and operational excellence.
Built on two decades of multi-unit, luxury hospitality leadership, Volet Hospitality has since grown into a boutique hospitality management, consulting, and concept development firm, specializing in luxury, high-volume, and high-touch food & beverage experiences. What began as a vision during one of the industry’s most difficult periods has evolved into a multi-faceted hospitality firm with a portfolio of award-winning restaurants, consulting projects, and large-scale F&B operations that drive both guest satisfaction and financial success.
Jacob’s hospitality journey began at The Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort in Naples, Florida, where he worked as a banquet chef—immersing himself in the high standards of luxury service, culinary precision, and large-scale event execution that define the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands. That early foundation shaped his approach to service excellence, leadership, and brand-driven food & beverage innovation, setting the stage for a career that would span high-profile hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, and industry-leading hospitality management.
At Volet Hospitality, our core philosophy is rooted in Southern hospitality—blending warm, guest-centric service with best-in-class culinary innovation, operational efficiency, and financial discipline. With a team of award-winning chefs, brand strategists, and operational leaders, Volet specializes
Focus
With a team of award-winning chefs, brand strategists, and operational leaders, Volet specializes in:
- Concept Development & Brand Strategy – From ideation to execution, bringing visionary F&B experiences to life.
- Pre-Opening & Turnaround Strategy – Launching and optimizing concepts to ensure operational excellence and long-term success.
- Multi-Unit Operations & Asset Management – Elevating the performance of restaurant and hotel F&B portfolios through standardized best practices, brand-wide efficiencies, and revenue maximization.
- Guest Experience & Service Training – Implementing elite-level service standards that enhance guest satisfaction and brand reputation.
Portfolio
Volet Hospitality’s portfolio includes standalone restaurants, hotel-based dining programs, and Michelin-recognized concepts. Under Jacob’s leadership, the team has successfully developed, launched, and revitalized multiple high-profile venues, including:
- Allelo (St. Petersburg, FL) – Named Best New Restaurant by Tampa Bay Business & Wealth Magazine.
- Juno & The Peacock / Pluma Lounge – A refined blend of upscale dining and elevated cocktail culture.
- Consulting Projects – Developed multiple concepts for real estate developers, hoteliers, and restaurateurs, reinforcing Volet’s expertise in diverse dining experiences, from QSRs and upscale casual to sports bars, cocktail lounges, and outdoor dining.
- Hilton Signia F&B Program – Leading the pre-opening and launch of Hilton’s largest luxury project in 20 years, ensuring brand-wide culinary and service excellence.
There was never a doubt that Jacob would name his own hospitality group after his grandparents, Loureen, affectionately known by all as “Nana,” and Colonel Lee Volet, USAF, Retired. The Volet name is an homage to heritage, service, and an unwavering commitment to excellence—values that define our approach to hospitality.