Seasons 52, the highly acclaimed fresh grill and wine bar, has hired Rokeena Patton as field sales manager for its first Indiana location, set to open March 7 in Indianapolis at Keystone at the Crossing. In her role, Patton will lead community and guest relations, group and private dining, and special events for the restaurant.
“Rokeena’s background in sales, event planning and customer service will be invaluable as we introduce the Seasons 52 concept to the Indianapolis community,” said Stephen Judge, president of Seasons 52.
In addition to raising the profile of Seasons 52 in Indianapolis, Patton will oversee group reservations, individual and corporate bookings for the restaurant’s two private dining rooms, and the exclusive Chef’s Table, where groups can enjoy a customized dining experience.
Prior to joining Seasons 52, Patton was the event sales manager at Jillian’s Entertainment Mega-plex and Restaurant. During her time there, she gained experience planning a variety of social and corporate events, and built deep relationships within the Indianapolis community. Patton is a graduate of IUPUI, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Tourism Convention Event Management.
Seasons 52 is recognized for its forward-thinking restaurant concept with proven consumer appeal. Known for its seasonally inspired menu and fresh approach to dining, the award-winning concept has capitalized on meeting the demands of sophisticated, culinary-savvy diners. Seasons 52 changes the menu four times a year with weekly fresh features to truly capture the flavors of the season. Featuring foods that are thoughtfully prepared and in appropriate portion sizes, Seasons 52 promises that nothing on the menu is over 475 calories, allowing patrons to indulge while still feeling good about their dining choices.
The Seasons 52 at Keystone at the Crossing will seat 300 diners in its main dining area and in the piano bar, which will feature live music every night. Seasons 52 provides the perfect ambiance for business lunches, romantic dinners, socializing with friends and any private group celebration or corporate event.
Seasons 52 is a unique restaurant concept that meets the taste expectations of today’s culinary savvy adults. The menu is orchestrated by award-winning Chef Clifford Pleau, and is inspired by the seasons and the fresh appeal of the farmer’s market… 52 weeks a year. The award-winning wine list, which is created and developed by Master Sommelier George Miliotes (the 152nd master sommelier in the world), consistently wins praise for its diverse international selection of 100 wines, including 60 offered by the glass. The casually sophisticated dining ambiance typifies the upmarket restaurant segment, which is outpacing the growth of other restaurant industry segments. Seasons 52 debuted in 2003 and currently operates locations in Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois, California, Texas and Arizona; locations will open in Indianapolis, IN in March, 2011; North Bethesda, MD in Spring 2011; McLean, VA in Summer 2011; and Naples, FL in Fall 2011. For more information, visit www.Seasons52.com.