Services
Our Services
Business Development
Looking to change your business concept? Not sure where to start for your new business? Looking to revamp an old culinary or beverage program? These are the areas where my expertise can help stream line your concepts and allow you to execute them faster.
Training
People are the number one resource in every organization, so planning a company’s future means taking into account the training of your staff. With years of program development and staff training for that program under my belt, I can provide you with the standard operating tools you need to keep your establishment running smoothly.
Construction/Project Management
Closing a new project or contract is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. With our Project Management services, you get the guidance, coaching and tools you need to handle new challenges with skill and dexterity. First, we'll establish the needs of the new project and then create a plan of execution. I can also assist with overseeing the project, work with vendors and contractors, and manage the timeline; so you can rest easy.
About
In 1996, he joined New Castle Hotels as a Food & Beverage Specialist assisting in the opening of the Westin Nova Scotian in Halifax, Nova Scotia, The Sheraton Four Points in Waterbury CT. Then in March of 1997 I was promoted to Vice President of Food & Beverage / Managing Director of Provender & Special Projects Manager for New Castle Hotels & Resort overseeing the development of the food & beverage operations as it pertains to the Training of associates in Culinary concepts, service, menu development, food & beverage marketing and new concept designs and implementation. During this time, I have been involved in the construction development and building of 21 hotels as well the development of restaurant concepts such as Basil’s, The Limestone Grille, Godfrey’s Grille, Rioja’s and Vidalia’s!
I have also developed a partnership with Johnson & Wales University in Providence Rhode Island, where I have developed a personalized curriculum for NCHR for all of the company’s Chefs, the Director’s of Catering and the Director’s of Food & Beverage to attend an intense week long program focusing in on the culinary and beverage aspects of the hospitality industry.
Prior to joining New Castle Hotels, I was the President and owner of Network Hospitality Consultants. I also worked with several of the industry leaders such as Interstate Hotels, Beacon Hotels (Doubletree), Marriott Corp., Innoughana Management were I held such Positions as Corporate Director of Food & Beverage, Director of Operations, and Director of Food & Beverage, Corporate Executive Chef and Executive Chef. I am also a Certified Food & Beverage Executive by the American Hotel & Motel Association. I am a Board member of the F&B Advisor Board of the AH&LA and a Board member of Starwood Hotels Franchise F&B advisory board.
Specialties: Culinary, beverage development (Wine, Spirits and non acholic), Training, Purchasing, Construction management, Project managment.