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Nicholas Russo

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in food and beverage service, showcased through notable tenures at Del Frisco's, Nobu, and most recently, MAASS. Excelled in menu knowledge, wine service, and creating memorable guest experiences. Renowned for training staff in fine-dining standards, demonstrating strong leadership and quality control.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Captain Waiter/Lead Trainer

MAASS by Ryan Ratino
11.2023 - Current
  • Showed high-level understanding of fine dining standards and practices.
  • Trained new hires on restaurant policies, menu offerings, and service techniques for seamless integration into the team.

Marketing Consultant

NBC Montana
10.2021 - 10.2023
  • Met with local business owners to assess their needs with regard to marketing and advertising strategies.
  • Developed proposals customized to best serve prospective clients in both broadcast advertising (TV commercials), and digital solutions (streaming commercials, social media marketing, search engine
    marketing).

Server

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
03.2017 - 03.2020
  • Consistently surpassed ambitious quarterly sales goals at the highest grossing restaurant in America.
  • Obtained 'Court of Master Sommeliers’ level one certification to sharpen wine expertise.
  • Executed many private parties and large-scale lavish buyouts in accordance with each host’s precise specifications.

Captain Waiter

Nobu New York
11.2015 - 06.2017
  • Demonstrated adaptability during busy shifts by supporting other roles within the restaurant as needed.
  • Implemented upselling strategies that contributed to increased average check size per guest.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
2009

Skills

  • Team management
  • Food and beverage expertise
  • Wine service & pairing
  • Strong leadership
  • Wait staff training
  • Accurate money handling
  • Relationship management
  • Quality control
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Allergy awareness

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Captain Waiter/Lead Trainer

MAASS by Ryan Ratino
11.2023 - Current

Marketing Consultant

NBC Montana
10.2021 - 10.2023

Server

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
03.2017 - 03.2020

Captain Waiter

Nobu New York
11.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

SUNY At Buffalo

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