Hospitality Leadership

Restaurant Consulting • Beverage Programs • FOH/BOH Ops

With over two decades in hospitality, I’ve led teams, optimized operations, and delivered exceptional guest experiences across high-volume restaurants, private events, and multi-concept groups.

Whether it’s launching a new concept, building a staff training system, or designing a beverage program, I bring leadership that blends service excellence with operational strategy.

"Tito & Pep" logo with teal background and orange accent
Logo of "Cooperage: A Wine & Whiskey Bar" with circular design.
Devon Seafood Grill logo with a blue circle in the letter 'O'.
Logo of The Prime Rib Steakhouse with "PR" in a wreath and slogan "The Civilized Steakhouse."
Hard Rock Cafe logo with yellow circle and red text.
El Camino Real logo with two abstract shapes resembling hats
Text logo reading "The Rooftop Beverly Hills" in black letters on a white background.
"Rosa Blanca" text with rose illustration in blue and white
Decorative lettering spelling "PARC" with green and brown flourishes
Columbus Tavern logo with decorative text and flourishes.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar logo with red text and blue stars.
Outdoor seating area of a cafe with tables, chairs, and umbrellas on a sunny day. The cafe has a turquoise sign with the name "Rosa Blanca" and a rose graphic above the entrance.

Restaurant Openings

I’ve opened over a dozen restaurants, from fast-paced casual to high-end fine dining. I build the systems, train the team, and launch operations that deliver consistent service from day one. From concept to full floor service, I get openings right.

Group of people sitting around a table in a dimly lit restaurant, woman standing and speaking, with plates and glasses on the table.

Team Training & Development

Great hospitality is built on great teams. I create FOH/BOH training programs, develop team leads, and coach staff to deliver elevated service while staying sharp under pressure. I’m known for building teams that stick.

Bowl of granola with strawberries and mango cubes, glass of red drink with lemon wedge, wooden sugar bowl, bottles of orange and red sauce, and napkin on a textured table.

Food & Beverage Programs

I’ve designed cocktail menus, wine programs, and full beverage strategies that drive revenue and guest experience. From seasonal features to staff upsell training, I build beverage programs that work and sell.

Event Execution & Service

I’ve managed everything from intimate VIP dinners to full-scale private events across luxury venues and high-volume spaces. I coordinate service flow, team roles, vendor timing, and guest touchpoints to ensure high-end execution that feels effortless to the guest and runs with precision behind the scenes.

Elegant dining table setup with floral napkins, gold chargers, potted plants, and wine glasses in a rustic setting.
Food handler certification document on clipboard, surrounded by coffee, wooden spoon, utensils, and keys on a wooden table.

Hospitality Logistics & Compliance

Behind the scenes, I bring logistics, cost control, and compliance to the table. From food safety and RAMP certification to vendor management and scheduling, I keep the operation clean, compliant, and profitable.