Anthony Scozzafava
Marathon,FL
Summary
WSET Level 2 certified hospitality professional with experience in luxury service, high volume restaurants, and award winning craft cocktail bars. Skilled in bartending, advanced mixology, polished table service, and staff training. Freelance cocktail menu and recipe curator with a focus on balanced flavors and creative beverage development. Known for strong guest engagement, efficient service flow, and consistent execution in fast paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Server
Il Bistro
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Led FOH service in a fast paced, upscale Italian restaurant, ensuring consistent delivery of refined, guest focused dining experiences.
- Covered about 250-300 reservations daily, in season
- Trained, coached, and supported servers and support staff, maintaining high standards for service flow, table touches, wine presentation, and menu knowledge.
- Coordinated with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure seamless coursing, accurate pacing, and exceptional execution during peak hours and private events.
- Managed nightly floor operations, resolved guest concerns with professionalism, and upheld brand service standards that contributed to increased guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Oversaw opening and closing procedures, cash handling, section assignments, and quality control for dining room readiness.
Server/Bartender
Canon
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered highly technical cocktail and spirits service in one of Seattle’s premier craft bars, consistently meeting the standards of a James Beard recognized program.
- Prepared and executed complex, technique driven cocktails with precision, speed, and consistency while maintaining deep knowledge of spirits, wine, and all other ingredients.
- Guided guests through the third largest whiskey and spirits collection in the world, providing curated recommendations and elevated tasting experiences tailored to individual preferences.
- Provided knowledgeable, elevated food service to complement the beverage program, pairing dishes with cocktails and spirits to enhance the guest experience.
- Balanced bartending and table service responsibilities in a high volume, reservation driven environment, ensuring flawless pacing, communication, and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with bar leadership on prep systems, mise en place, batching, and quality control to uphold Canon’s beverage standards.
Server
Goldfinch Tavern, Four Seasons
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided polished breakfast and brunch service in a Forbes Five Star luxury hotel environment, delivering warm, intuitive, and detail focused hospitality for hotel guests and local clientele.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of morning menus, seasonal PNW ingredients, fresh pressed juices, and specialty coffee offerings, while making thoughtful recommendations tailored to guest preferences.
- Managed a high volume AM dining room with speed, accuracy, and grace, ensuring consistent pacing, order accuracy, and anticipatory table touches.
- Collaborated with the kitchen and barista teams to ensure seamless communication and timely execution of dishes, beverages, and special requests.
- Executed all opening duties including dining room setup, station readiness, menu updates, quality inspections, and pre shift communication with management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
University At Buffalo
Skills
- WSET Level 2 Certified in wines and spirits
- Freelance cocktail menu & recipe curator for bars needing creative or seasonal beverage support
- Menu development with focus on balance, cost efficiency, and concept driven design
- Advanced mixology techniques including clarification, infusions, fat washing, foams, and batching
- High volume & luxury service experience in premium bar, restaurant, and hotel environments
- Staff training & leadership for bartenders and servers
- Strong guest engagement, upselling, and product education skills
- Table service expertise including pacing, coursing, table touches, order accuracy, and polished hospitality
Timeline
Lead Server
Il Bistro
04.2024 - 08.2025
Server/Bartender
Canon
06.2023 - 02.2024
Server
Goldfinch Tavern, Four Seasons
07.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
University At Buffalo