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Robert Bourassa

Owner at The Wine Explorer
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Seasoned hospitality professional with 30+ years of experience in hotel management, event planning, and consulting.
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Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, CA
Languages
  • English -
  • French -
Skills
  • Hospitality
  • Hospitality Industry
  • Catering
  • Food
  • Hotels
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Robert Bourassa is a seasoned hospitality professional with 30+ years of experience in the industry, having worked in various roles including chef, hotel management, event planning, and consulting. He has a strong background in hospitality management, catering, and tourism, with a degree in business administration and management from Cornell University.

Credentials

  • B. Com,
    -

Experience

  • The Wine Explorer
    • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    • Owner
      • Mar 2014 - Present
      • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

      I have started a business as an agent for European wineries, importing fine wines to Canada through the LCBO. This is a work in progress. I will keep you posted as to my progress.

  • R.C.B.Holdings Inc.
    • Food Service & Hospitality Consultant
      • Aug 2004 - Present

      Analyzing client needs and concerns; provide reasonable and cost effective solutions; plan and implement staff training programs; guide management back to positive cash flow.

  • OHS FUNDRAISING
    • National Arts Centre
    • Homorary Chair - Garden Party
      • Aug 2009 - Aug 2013
      • National Arts Centre

      Organize contributing chefs and restaurants, provide access to supplies and equipment for booths; welcome dignitaries.

  • FOGO ISLAND INN - SHOREFAST FOUNDATION
    • Fogo Island, Newfoundland
    • Senior Hospitality Management Consultant
      • 2007 - Jun 2013
      • Fogo Island, Newfoundland

      Providing guidance in the development of a unique hospitality environment.

  • National Arts Centre | Centre national des Arts
    • Ottawa Ont. Canada
    • Consulting Director of Food and Beverage Services
      • Nov 2008 - Jul 2009
      • Ottawa Ont. Canada

      Guide and mentor 150+ staff in the execution of their duties; guide the sales and marketing team in planning receptions; train service staff; help the culinary team in menu composition and design new wine lists.

  • CAFE HENRY BURGER since 1922
    • Gatineau Qc. National Capital region
    • Chef - Owner
      • Aug 1982 - Jan 2006
      • Gatineau Qc. National Capital region

      One of Canada's oldest and most respected restaurants for 83 years. CAA-4 Diamond Award, DIRONA,

  • Intercontinental Hotel,
    • Geneva CH
    • Chef Tournant
      • Sep 1980 - Sep 1981
      • Geneva CH

Education

  • 1992 - 1992
    Cornell University
    Diploma in Total Quality Management, Business Administration and Management, General
  • 1975 - 1977
    Institue de Tourisme et Hotellerie du Quebec
    C.E.P., Culinary Arts and Related Services
  • 1966 - 1970
    Concordia University
    Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Production Management

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