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Joseph Vida

Palm Beach Gardens,FL

Summary

A Dynamic professional with a proven track record in sales, retail and hospitality...

A Professional hospitality leader with significant experience in managing FOH and BOH high-energy bar and restaurant environments. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction, streamline operations, and drive revenue growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering consistent results, adapting seamlessly to evolving needs. Expertise in inventory management, staff training, and creating inviting atmosphere. Strong POS Toast knowledge. Reliable and goal-oriented, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently. Strong knowledge and cost control in food, liquor, beer, paper products and linen ordering. Well versed in inventory and P&L control.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Realtor

Dalton Wade Realestate Group
07.2023 - Current

Attention: I'm still working as a licensed realtor

  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • 14 years experience as a licensed realtor.

General Manager of Operations

Moon Thai Restaurant & Bar
05.2025 - 10.2025

Attention: I was hired as the Assistant Manager to the GM, and within 2 weeks time the GM was let go, and I assumed all General Manager duties till I resigned on Oct 4th 2025, and the reason for leaving is, to pursue new job opportunities.

  • Coordinated operational strategies to enhance overall restaurant efficiency and guest satisfaction.
  • I worked as General Manager and implementing staff training programs to improve service quality.
  • In charge of inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • In charge of hiring, firing, ordering all food, liquor, beer and all paper and plastic products.
  • Handled all management duties and also efficient with Toast POS system, including timecard management, tips management, adding new employees and entering and eliminating all food, drinks and beer, including pricing.

Realtor

Highlight Realty
01.2018 - 07.2023

Attention: I changed Realty companies and moved on to work for Dalton Wade Realty Group Inc.

  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.


General Manager

Governors Bar and Grill
01.2015 - 12.2020

Attention: Establishment was getting ready to close down which caused me to resign ahead of time. I then moved from Port St Lucie to Palm Beach Gardens

  • Directed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to quality standards.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, performed inventory, customer service standards, in charge of ordering food, Alcohol and paper products.
  • Directed operational strategies to enhance efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
  • Implemented cost-control measures, optimizing resource allocation and maximizing profitability.

Head Bartender to Assistant Manager

Crickets Restaurant & Bar
02.2011 - 11.2014

Attention: I resigned and moved from Sunrise to Port St Lucie

  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.

Assistant Manager to General Manager

Prints Plus Retail Store
01.2006 - 02.2011


  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Attention: I had moved and changed careers and started working in retail store management.

Head Bartender to Assistant Manager of Operations

Palm Beach Grille & Bar
01.2003 - 12.2005


  • Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to enhance efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored junior bartenders in mixology techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Oversaw daily bar operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Managed inventory levels, performed stock assessments, and coordinated orders with suppliers.

Attention: I had moved and changed careers and started working in retail store management.

Head Bartender

The Lamont
02.2002 - 01.2003


  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering repeat patronage.
  • Developed signature cocktails, contributing to unique menu offerings.
  • Supervised bar operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and service protocols.
  • Trained and mentored junior bartenders, enhancing team performance and customer engagement.
  • Developed innovative cocktail recipes, elevating drink offerings and guest satisfaction.

Attention: Establishment decided to closed down for renovations. I resigned to take a new position as Head Bartender at The Palm Beach Grill

Education

No Degree - Micro Computers And Accounting Business IT

Southeastern College of Business
West Palm Beach, FL

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • FOH operations oversight
  • Cost Control
  • Bar Management
  • Staff Training
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Foodservice management
  • Customer Relations
  • Inventory Control
  • Schedule coordination
  • Operations management
  • Leadership and team building

Certification

License - Realtor

Timeline

General Manager of Operations

Moon Thai Restaurant & Bar
05.2025 - 10.2025

Realtor

Dalton Wade Realestate Group
07.2023 - Current

Realtor

Highlight Realty
01.2018 - 07.2023

General Manager

Governors Bar and Grill
01.2015 - 12.2020

Head Bartender to Assistant Manager

Crickets Restaurant & Bar
02.2011 - 11.2014

Assistant Manager to General Manager

Prints Plus Retail Store
01.2006 - 02.2011

Head Bartender to Assistant Manager of Operations

Palm Beach Grille & Bar
01.2003 - 12.2005

Head Bartender

The Lamont
02.2002 - 01.2003

No Degree - Micro Computers And Accounting Business IT

Southeastern College of Business
Joseph Vida