Allan Lancaster
Senior Food & Beverage Consultant
Born and raised in Washington DC, Allan Lancaster built a distinguished career in the hospitality industry spanning more than two decades. His leadership journey began with a passion for operational excellence and an instinct for creating memorable guest experiences across luxury resorts, private clubs, and large-scale events.
Allan’s career highlights include directing Food & Beverage operations for renowned destinations such as Hammock Beach Resort & Club, The Lodge & Club at Ponte Vedra Beach, and TPC at Sawgrass, home of The Players Championship. His ability to align service quality with financial performance has consistently resulted in record profitability and elevated brand reputation.
As Director of Food & Beverage at Hammock Beach Resort, Allan oversaw more than $14 million in annual revenue with a 35% profit margin. At Kalahari Resorts in the Poconos, he managed a $40 million multi-outlet operation, combining precision management with a dynamic guest experience strategy. His tenure at Deployed Resources expanded his expertise to large-scale logistics and government catering, managing contracts exceeding $50 million annually and leading disaster-relief operations along the U.S. southern border.
Throughout his career, Allan has demonstrated an exceptional ability to build teams, strengthen standards, and drive innovation in both culinary and service operations. His leadership is defined by strategic thinking, financial accountability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Today, as a Senior Food & Beverage Consultant with RBN Concept, Allan partners with hotels, resorts, and hospitality brands to refine operations, strengthen financial results, and elevate the guest experience through sustainable, hands-on leadership.