ANTONIO LACARBONARA

** ******** *****, ***** ******, N.Y. 10605

abnzwz@r.postjobfree.com, HOME: 914-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a Management position within an organization where I can utilize

my skills and experience to improve operations, increase profitability and

enhance growth.

PROFILE:

. Sales/sales management professional with consistently strong sales

accomplishments in a fast-paced, competitive environment and proven

organizational, planning, leadership & staff development skills.

. Committed to high level of customer service that builds trust, leads

to ongoing relationships, and results in increased sales, thorough

knowledge of the sales process.

. Effective communicator who enjoys the challenge of working with

diverse personalities; able to respond quickly and appropriately to

rapidly changing environment and individuals.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

VALENTINO'S ON THE GREEN), Queens, NY

2010-Present

Banquet Director

. Effectively managed catering staff servicing events, directed events

set-up and follow thru on all details

. Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously. The ability to

manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer

service.

. Communicate with Sales Managers, Event Managers, as it relates to

catering services before, during, and post events to ensure a high

level of service.

. Work closely with Chefs and Kitchen staff to ensure special requests

and timing of food services is met.

. Responsible for employment interviews, hiring, scheduling, training of

staff; monthly inventory control, weekly payroll.

. Maintain and order catering equipment as needed.

VILLA BARONE MANOR, Bronx, NY

2007-2010

Banquet Manager

. Responsibilities include management of all aspects of faculty set up,

food and beverages service.

. Supervise banquet servers, attendants, bartenders and other staff.

. Execute banquet events according to the banquets order and catering

specifications. Ensure the banquet decoration, staff preparation,

staff uniform and cleanliness.

. Communicate with the kitchen staff regarding the catering. Carry out

disciplinary action and supervise the performance as required.

CAFFE' ON THE GREEN, Queens, NY

2004-2007

Operations Manager

. Reshaped and grew banquet sales to 2.7 million

. Recruited and trained 30 new employees

. Managed all aspects of the front of the house including guest

relations, food quality, service quality and customer satisfaction

issues.

GLEN ISLAND HARBOUR CLUB, New Rochelle, NY

2002-2004

Banquet Manager

. Dealt with a diverse range of clientele in a fast-paced and demanding

market.

. Coordinates final arrangements with existing clients regarding menu

selections.

. Responsible for bar operations, including inventory, hiring staff,

training, scheduling and quality control.

ANTONIO'S RESTAURANT, White Plains, NY

1990-2002

Proprietor

. Owned and operated a 75-seat full service restaurant in the heart of

the government district and city center of Westchester County.

. Established a Catering/private party component for corporate

companies.

. Exclusive caterers for the New York Rangers pre-flight meals and also

organized an annual Toys for Tot drive.

ALEX & HENRY'S ROMAN GARDENS, Scarsdale, NY

1979-1990

Banquet Manager

. Managed all aspects of operations for this 1000 seat banquet facility.

. Involved in all areas of its operation from personnel to sales

management.

. Joined restaurant as an entry level position on a part time basis.

EDUCATION AND LANGUAGES:

. Fluent in Italian, and English.

. Queensboro Community College, Queens, NY. Completed two years' study

of Business Administration and Marketing 1982-1984

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