JOSEPH A. ESPOSITO
Orlando, FL 32819
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Objective: Looking for the greatest opportunity to work as a Food and Beverage Director or a General Manager for a reputable company. That offers stability and growth.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Guest relations
Convention and tourist trends
P & L Responsibilities
Sales and Marketing
BEO’s Banquets
On and off premise catering
Former Chef, Hands-on Extensive Kitchen Experience
Inventory Control, Product Ordering
Menu Planning, Plate Presentation
Restaurant Design
Development and Implementation of Training Programs
Research and Development
Community Outreach
Promotions, Entertainment Booking
General Contractor knowledge
Site Development
Specialize in Concept Design
Multi Unit Responsibilities
Retail sales
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: I have spent the last 30 years developing restaurants and nightclub concepts all over the United States, as an owner, General Manager, or consultant.
Mama Louise Restaurant, Orlando, Fl. 2015-2017
Owner /Operator/Chef
Buca di Beppo, Maitland, Fl. 2009- 2015
Paisano Partner
BICE Ristorante, Orlando, Fl. 2004-2009
General Manager
Planet Hollywood Downtown Disney Orlando Fl,2001-2003
Restaurant manager/ Bench GM
The Venetian Resort Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV 1999-2000
Opening GM/Consultant
Piero Selvaggio/ Valentino
Piero/ Italian Grill & Wine Bar
Piero Pizzeria
Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV 1997-1999
Opening GM
Rum Jungle
China Grill
Red Square
China Grill Café and Zen Sum
Denim and Diamonds Nightclubs Los Angeles, Ca. 1990-1997
Director of Operations
Regional Director