Allow me to introduce myself…

Hello, my name is Arikka Renee Rin.

I am the fairy godmother of restaurant openings and a hospitality guru. I come with two decades of hospitality leadership and service experience. My roots stretch back to New York City working with hospitality groups like Momofuku and Starr Restaurants. I have spent time in the kitchen, on the service floor, and in the cellar. Before starting A-Frame, I was the General Manager of Michelin Star Wine Bar, Bar Crenn in San Francisco. Fortunately, I’ve also experienced being a Global Hospitality Leader with LYD Bali Group.

My true passion and purpose in hospitality is PEOPLE. I work closely with Chef/Owners and Owner/Operators to bring their hospitality visions to life. I value education so I train leaders and teams to create foundations where people and businesses thrive together. Investing time and attention in teams is vital because at the end of the day, our people our greatest asset!

My mission to see our industry operate with heart-forward leadership and increase team retention led me to form A-Frame Hospitality. Through my own framework of Compassionate Leadership Training, I develop new and existing leaders to build cultures of compassion within the four walls of their restaurants. I lead and train from a holistic approach. Teaching Breath Work and Yoga within my framework and during openings allows leaders and teams to find their center and remain grounded through the challenges that are ever present in opening a new venture.

Along my journey, I discovered that true hospitality isn't about service—it's about building meaningful relationships grounded in respect, compassion, and kindness. The relationship starts with the Self, first and foremost, then with our team and finally, the guests we serve.