Nicholas Vazquez
Restauranteur
Cutler Bay,FL
Summary
Accomplished, bilingual Restaurant Manager highly regarded for driving profits, growing business, and delivering top-quality cuisine as the managing partner and Executive chef of multiple high-volume restaurants and bars. Seasoned manager with more than 25 years of experience building top-performing teams and managing front-of-house and back-of-house operations to ensure optimal performance and guest satisfaction. Prominent Hospitality Executive with a proven track record of maximizing revenues and achieving performance objectives through passion, empathy and initiative. Goal-focused professional known for building consensus among executive teams and furthering standards of excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Dining Service Director
The Watermark
Coral Gables, FL
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Control all food and beverages for 5 restaurants venues FOH to BOH.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive dining services program to meet the needs of customers.
- Coordinated food production, service, sanitation, and safety procedures in accordance with health regulations.
- Oversaw special events such as catered functions or banquets by providing direction on preparation methods and coordinating staff assignments.
- Provided leadership support to team members during peak periods of operation or when additional resources were needed.
Restaurant Consultant Specialist
Nv Consultant
River Vale, NJ
11.2014 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with owners to locate new restaurant locations in New Jersey and successfully guide development projects to deliver on time and under budget.
- Analyzed restaurant operations, identified areas for improvement and recommended solutions.
- Provided guidance to restaurant owners on menu design, pricing structure and marketing tactics.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff members on customer service best practices.
Executive Chef & Managing Partner
Sugar Cane Group
Jersey City, NJ
01.2005 - 09.2014
- Provided a consistently superior dining experience and formed an excellent industry reputation by planning the seasonal menus and working with local farmers to provide the best quality produce and meats throughout the year.
Executive Chef & Managing Partner
Latin Kitchen
Coral Gables, FL
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Oversaw 70 staff members by delegating tasks, offering constructive feedback and conducting performance evaluations to develop staff skills and enhance performance and productivity.
Chef & Owner
Azúcar Inc
Edgewater, NJ
01.1994 - 12.2006
Education
High school diploma -
North Bergen High School
Skills
- Front-of-House/Back-of-House
- Executive Chef
- Restaurant Management
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Team Building
- Staff Training & Mentoring
- Guest Relations
- Purchasing/Inventory
- Cost Containment/Control
- Quality Assurance
- Menu development
- Safe food handling
Certification
- AED Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- ServSafe
- Tips Certification
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Dining Service Director
The Watermark
12.2022 - 02.2024
Restaurant Consultant Specialist
Nv Consultant
11.2014 - 04.2021
Executive Chef & Managing Partner
Latin Kitchen
01.2012 - 08.2014
Executive Chef & Managing Partner
Sugar Cane Group
01.2005 - 09.2014
Chef & Owner
Azúcar Inc
01.1994 - 12.2006
High school diploma -
North Bergen High School
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