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Domenic Caporale

Repentigny,Canada

Summary

Dynamic restaurant owner with a proven track record at Bacaro Pizzeria Charlemagne, excelling in leadership and problem-solving. Expert in inventory management and staff training, driving operational efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. Recognized for adaptability and attention to detail, consistently achieving high performance standards in fast-paced environments.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Owner

Restaurant Luce
Repentigny, Quebec
12.2024 - Current

Manage daily restaurant operations encompassing staff scheduling, budgeting, and inventory oversight.

Restaurant Owner & Operator

Bacaro Pizzeria Charlemagne
Charlemagne, QC
02.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations for casual dining Italian restaurant to ensure efficiency and quality.
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation standards for compliance.
  • Reviewed budgets and payroll records to validate authorized expenditures.
  • Established performance standards for personnel and customer service excellence.

Store Manager

Starbucks
Rosemere, QC
12.2023 - 03.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations of one of province's busiest Starbucks locations.
  • Monitored food preparation methods and presentation standards to ensure quality.
  • Resolved complaints regarding food quality and service efficiency.
  • Reviewed budgets, payroll records, and financial transactions for compliance.
  • Established performance standards for personnel and customer service excellence.
  • Directed worker training programs, hired new staff, and evaluated employee performance.
  • Analyzed KPIs to identify weaknesses and strengthen high-performing areas.
  • Reviewed work procedures to enhance service quality, performance, and safety.

Restaurant Manager

Industria Pizzeria e Bar
Anjou, QC
12.2016 - 02.2020
  • Resolved complaints related to food quality and service through thorough investigation.
  • Scheduled staff hours and assigned duties to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Established performance standards for personnel and customer service excellence.
  • Planned menus and food utilization based on guest estimates, popularity, and cost analysis.
  • Organized training programs, addressed personnel issues, hired staff, and evaluated employee performance.

Restaurant Manager

Baton Rouge Steakhouse and Bar
Anjou-Lachenaie, QC
01.2010 - 04.2017
  • Monitored compliance with health and fire regulations within dining facilities.
  • Ensured acceptable food preparation, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
  • Investigated and resolved complaints related to food quality and service efficiency.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, verifying product quality and quantity.
  • Organized and directed training programs while resolving personnel issues and evaluating staff performance.
  • Reviewed operational procedures to identify improvements in service, performance, or safety.
  • Monitored employee and patron activities to enforce liquor regulation compliance.

Restaurant Owner and Operator

Ristorante Valdi
Montreal, QC
03.2004 - 01.2010
  • Oversaw daily operations of restaurant, bar, room service, terrace, and banquet halls within hotel.
  • Maintained government-required records related to sanitation and food subsidies.
  • Ordered and purchased equipment and supplies for operational efficiency.
  • Reviewed menus and analyzed recipes to determine costs and assign menu item prices.
  • Scheduled facility use for events, negotiating arrangements with clients.
  • Created specialty dishes and developed recipes for dining facilities.
  • Estimated consumption of food, liquor, wine, and beverages to guide purchasing decisions.

Executive Dining Server

Chateau Vaudreuil Executive Suites Hotel
Vaudreuil, QC
08.2001 - 03.2004
  • Oversaw customer service excellence within five-star, four-diamond venue.

Bartending and Promotion

Club Montreal Dome
Montreal, QC
08.1997 - 06.2001
  • Managed customer service operations and promotion

Restaurant Manager

Ristorante Prima Notte
Laval, QC
03.1994 - 06.2001
  • Monitored compliance with health and fire regulations in dining facilities.
  • Ensured acceptable food preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
  • Investigated and resolved complaints related to food quality and service.
  • Scheduled and inspected food and beverage deliveries for quality and accuracy.
  • Organized training programs, addressed personnel issues, hired staff, and evaluated performance.
  • Reviewed work procedures to identify improvements in service, performance, or safety.
  • Oversaw employee and patron activities to ensure adherence to liquor regulations.

Restaurant Manager

Les Aliments Caravan Inc (McDonald's)
Montreal, QC
01.1989 - 06.1992
  • Managed daily restaurant operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
  • Supervised staff training to uphold service standards and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Implemented effective inventory management practices for food and beverage supplies.
  • Coordinated staff scheduling to maximize coverage during peak hours.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food service operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Applied Psychology

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
08.1998

DEC - Commerce

Champlain Regional College
St. Lambert, QC
08.1994

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership qualities
  • Self-motivation
  • Adaptability and learning
  • Collaboration and independence

Languages

English
Professional
French
Professional
Italian
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Custom

  • I have spent over 35 years in the restaurant industry, beginning in my early teen years as a cleaner up to owning and operating my own restaurant/bar/reception hall. I have worked as a fast-food cook and manager, a bartender in nightclubs as well as security and promoter, all positions in an industrial kitchen: from preparation to salads to head chef. I've been a banquet server and manager, and I also have experience working in a five-star, four-diamond establishment. I have been part owner of a reception hall, a bar, and two restaurants. The skill-set that I have acquired, such as organization, customer service, personnel management, deadline meeting, and decision making, can be applied to a wide variety of careers and I hope to be able to help your company benefit from my knowledge and experience. I am looking forward to meeting with you in person to discuss the new and exciting challenges that I am ready to undertake immediately. In addition, I am ready, willing and able to travel domestically and internationally. Thank you for taking the time to consider my candidacy.
  • J'ai passé plus de 35 ans dans l'industrie de la restauration, depuis le début de mon adolescence comme préposé au nettoyage jusqu'à posséder et exploiter mon propre restaurant/bar/salle de réception. J'ai travaillé comme cuisinier et gérant de restauration rapide, barman dans des boîtes de nuit ainsi que sécurité et promoteur, tous les postes dans une cuisine industrielle : de la préparation aux salades au chef de cuisine. J'ai été serveur et gérant de banquets et j'ai également travaillé dans un établissement cinq étoiles quatre diamants. J'ai été copropriétaire d'une salle de réception, d'un bar et de deux restaurants. Les compétences que j'ai acquises, telles que l'organisation, le service client, la gestion du personnel, le respect des délais et la prise de décision peuvent être appliquées à une grande variété de carrières et j'espère pouvoir aider votre entreprise à bénéficier de mes connaissances et expériences. J'ai hâte de vous rencontrer en personne pour discuter des nouveaux défis passionnants que je suis prêt à relever immédiatement. De plus, je suis prêt, disposé et capable de voyager au niveau national et international. Merci d'avoir pris le temps de considérer ma candidature.

Timeline

Restaurant Owner

Restaurant Luce
12.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Starbucks
12.2023 - 03.2025

Restaurant Owner & Operator

Bacaro Pizzeria Charlemagne
02.2020 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Industria Pizzeria e Bar
12.2016 - 02.2020

Restaurant Manager

Baton Rouge Steakhouse and Bar
01.2010 - 04.2017

Restaurant Owner and Operator

Ristorante Valdi
03.2004 - 01.2010

Executive Dining Server

Chateau Vaudreuil Executive Suites Hotel
08.2001 - 03.2004

Bartending and Promotion

Club Montreal Dome
08.1997 - 06.2001

Restaurant Manager

Ristorante Prima Notte
03.1994 - 06.2001

Restaurant Manager

Les Aliments Caravan Inc (McDonald's)
01.1989 - 06.1992

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Applied Psychology

Concordia University

DEC - Commerce

Champlain Regional College
Domenic Caporale