Affinity Names Horning Food and Beverage VP

Affinity Gaming named Chris Horning corporate vice president of food and beverage. He will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations across Affinity Gaming's 11 properties. With more than 10 year experience in culinary, hospitality and management, Horning previously was general manager, executive chef and director of culinary at LifeWorks Restaurant Group.

Chris Horning has been named corporate vice president of food and beverage at Affinity Gaming. With more than a decade of culinary, hospitality and upper-level management experience, Horning will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations across Affinity Gaming’s 11 properties.

Most recently, Horning served as general manager and executive chef, and ultimately director of culinary, at LifeWorks Restaurant Group. He also contributed to the success of Ruth’s Chris Steak House and Bravo Brio Restaurant Group.

Affinity Gaming management said as a proven leader and decorated culinary professional, Horning will be an integral part of the company’s food and beverage program, building upon existing operations company-wide. Horning added, “I admire the company values of Affinity Gaming, and I am proud to join the team and work with all of the properties. Together I know that we can reach the next level of success and provide our guests with an elevated culinary experience.”