Michael Degregorio
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Hospitality professional with over seventeen years of restaurant experience, offering enthusiasm, dedication and exceptional service skills. Trained in fine dining table service, wine service, and food preparation. Consistently able to adapt to fast changing service environments with discerning guests and high expectations. Organized team player who can manage his time while balancing a variety of tasks. Trained in Forbes Five Star Dining Service. First AID Certified.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER
Guest List LLC
02.2024 - Current
- Offered clients a streamlined, holistic approach in event planning and daily meal planning.
- Consulted clients on service styles and service training.
- Consulted clients on setup, service, and cost analysis of dinner parties, business events, and cocktail parties.
Whitewater Rafting Guide
Blue Sky Adventures
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted pre-trip safety briefings, enhancing participant awareness and preparedness.
- Communicated effectively with diverse groups of clients, ensuring clear understanding of trip expectations and safety protocols.
- Managed emergency response procedures, ensuring swift action during critical situations.
SERVER
Casa D'Angelo
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Presented 15 rotating nightly specials including daily oysters, caviar, pastas and entrées.
- Worked with and learned from some of the best sommeliers in the food and beverage industry.
- Performed table side Dover Sole, Bronzino, and Snapper deboning and plating.
SERVER / BARTENDER
Grub Steakhouse
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Fast paced, "turn and burn" style steakhouse in the heart of Park City, UT.
- Servers were also responsible for making their own drinks and bartending when needed.
SERVER / Banquets / Bartender
Stein Eriksen Lodge
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Upscale, well-known, Forbes 5-Star Hotel - Completed Forbes training and inspection.
- Trained and mentored new staff on restaurant protocols and procedures.
SERVER / Private Events
Bésame
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Bésame kitchen team / managers were invited to present a dinner at the James Beard House, New York City.
- Exciting global fusion cuisine including Latin, Thai, and Peruvian ingredients.
- Spanish focused wine program.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO06-2026
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Whitewater Rafting Guide
Blue Sky Adventures
04.2025 - 09.2025
OWNER
Guest List LLC
02.2024 - Current
SERVER
Casa D'Angelo
02.2023 - 04.2024
SERVER / BARTENDER
Grub Steakhouse
10.2021 - 01.2023
SERVER / Banquets / Bartender
Stein Eriksen Lodge
08.2020 - 10.2022
SERVER / Private Events
Bésame
02.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver