Food Stylist / Photographer - Vandelay Hospitality Group

About Vandelay Hospitality Group

For more than 10 years, our reputation and iconic image has been consistently developed across an expanding number of brands and markets around the country. Our enduring purpose, that guides everything we do, is to inspire the dream of a better life through quality, authenticity, and timeless style.

About the Opportunity

The Food Stylist / Photographer will play a key role in shaping the visual story of Vandelay Hospitality Group. This creative professional will style and capture compelling food, beverage, and restaurant photography that reflects the warmth, energy, and elevated aesthetic of our brand. The role will support marketing initiatives across digital platforms, in-restaurant collateral, and brand campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing teams to plan and execute food and lifestyle photoshoots for all VHG restaurant concepts
• Style menu items and beverages to emphasize their appeal, ensuring each shot reflects our polished yet inviting style
• Photograph dishes, cocktails, interiors, team moments, and brand events for use across web, social media, email, and print
• Edit and retouch photos to maintain consistency with brand standards
• Curate and maintain an organized digital asset library for easy use across teams
• Monitor visual trends in hospitality, food, and luxury lifestyle to keep Vandelay’s imagery fresh and distinctive
• Assist with occasional short-form video content (e.g., reels, TikTok, behind-the-scenes)
• Manage equipment, props, and styling kits for both on-location and studio shoots

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional food styling and photography experience, ideally within hospitality, restaurants, or lifestyle brands
• Portfolio that demonstrates expertise in food, beverage, and interior photography — ideally with an upscale yet approachable aesthetic
• Proficient with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lighting setups, and editing software (Lightroom, Photoshop, Capture One)
• Strong eye for composition, color, and detail — with an understanding of the Vandelay visual aesthetic
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Bonus: Experience with video production/editing and familiarity with social media content trends

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to collaborate with top culinary and hospitality talent
• Dining discounts across Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
• Creative, entrepreneurial work environment with room for growth

To Apply Submit your resume and your portfolio showcasing relevant food, beverage, and lifestyle photography to recruiting@vhghp.com.

Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Food Stylist / Photographer - Vandelay Hospitality Group

About Vandelay Hospitality Group

For more than 10 years, our reputation and iconic image has been consistently developed across an expanding number of brands and markets around the country. Our enduring purpose, that guides everything we do, is to inspire the dream of a better life through quality, authenticity, and timeless style.

About the Opportunity

The Food Stylist / Photographer will play a key role in shaping the visual story of Vandelay Hospitality Group. This creative professional will style and capture compelling food, beverage, and restaurant photography that reflects the warmth, energy, and elevated aesthetic of our brand. The role will support marketing initiatives across digital platforms, in-restaurant collateral, and brand campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing teams to plan and execute food and lifestyle photoshoots for all VHG restaurant concepts
• Style menu items and beverages to emphasize their appeal, ensuring each shot reflects our polished yet inviting style
• Photograph dishes, cocktails, interiors, team moments, and brand events for use across web, social media, email, and print
• Edit and retouch photos to maintain consistency with brand standards
• Curate and maintain an organized digital asset library for easy use across teams
• Monitor visual trends in hospitality, food, and luxury lifestyle to keep Vandelay’s imagery fresh and distinctive
• Assist with occasional short-form video content (e.g., reels, TikTok, behind-the-scenes)
• Manage equipment, props, and styling kits for both on-location and studio shoots

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional food styling and photography experience, ideally within hospitality, restaurants, or lifestyle brands
• Portfolio that demonstrates expertise in food, beverage, and interior photography — ideally with an upscale yet approachable aesthetic
• Proficient with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lighting setups, and editing software (Lightroom, Photoshop, Capture One)
• Strong eye for composition, color, and detail — with an understanding of the Vandelay visual aesthetic
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Bonus: Experience with video production/editing and familiarity with social media content trends

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to collaborate with top culinary and hospitality talent
• Dining discounts across Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
• Creative, entrepreneurial work environment with room for growth

To Apply Submit your resume and your portfolio showcasing relevant food, beverage, and lifestyle photography to recruiting@vhghp.com.

Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.