Tom Isabella
General Manager of Restaurants at Waterstone Resort & Marina, Curio Collection by Hilton- Claim this Profile
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Barbara Esslinger
To Whom It May Concern: I have had the privilege of working with Tom Isabella for two years. My relationship with him has been one of mutual professional respect along with years of friendship that has surpassed his tenor with our organization. Throughout Tom’s employment he was a vital part of our growth. His experience, knowledge and leadership qualities were instrumental as we opened two new restaurants in the North Carolina area. It was an honor to have him as a part of our training team. I am extremely confident that Tom posses the tacit skills necessary for any job he should apply to in the hospitality industry however, tacit knowledge is an inherent aspects of anyone’s ability when they have performed them long enough; the true measure of someone’s ability to manage and lead is how they share the knowledge they possess to make others around them great. Tom’s ability to effectively communicate and share his skills, knowledge, and experience as a restaurant operator is impeccable and is a good indication of how he not only increases the skills set of the individuals he manages, but is able to build a strong team of individuals all working cohesively together. This coupled with the fact that Tom is a
LinkedIn User
I worked with Tom in a fine dining restaurant where he was in charge of the bar and his incredible knowledge and understanding of wines at all levels and from all over the world was a major factor in driving those sales and bringing in wine lovers as clients. That, combined with his all around restaurant knowledge and experience, makes him a major player.
Barbara Esslinger
To Whom It May Concern: I have had the privilege of working with Tom Isabella for two years. My relationship with him has been one of mutual professional respect along with years of friendship that has surpassed his tenor with our organization. Throughout Tom’s employment he was a vital part of our growth. His experience, knowledge and leadership qualities were instrumental as we opened two new restaurants in the North Carolina area. It was an honor to have him as a part of our training team. I am extremely confident that Tom posses the tacit skills necessary for any job he should apply to in the hospitality industry however, tacit knowledge is an inherent aspects of anyone’s ability when they have performed them long enough; the true measure of someone’s ability to manage and lead is how they share the knowledge they possess to make others around them great. Tom’s ability to effectively communicate and share his skills, knowledge, and experience as a restaurant operator is impeccable and is a good indication of how he not only increases the skills set of the individuals he manages, but is able to build a strong team of individuals all working cohesively together. This coupled with the fact that Tom is a
LinkedIn User
I worked with Tom in a fine dining restaurant where he was in charge of the bar and his incredible knowledge and understanding of wines at all levels and from all over the world was a major factor in driving those sales and bringing in wine lovers as clients. That, combined with his all around restaurant knowledge and experience, makes him a major player.
Barbara Esslinger
To Whom It May Concern: I have had the privilege of working with Tom Isabella for two years. My relationship with him has been one of mutual professional respect along with years of friendship that has surpassed his tenor with our organization. Throughout Tom’s employment he was a vital part of our growth. His experience, knowledge and leadership qualities were instrumental as we opened two new restaurants in the North Carolina area. It was an honor to have him as a part of our training team. I am extremely confident that Tom posses the tacit skills necessary for any job he should apply to in the hospitality industry however, tacit knowledge is an inherent aspects of anyone’s ability when they have performed them long enough; the true measure of someone’s ability to manage and lead is how they share the knowledge they possess to make others around them great. Tom’s ability to effectively communicate and share his skills, knowledge, and experience as a restaurant operator is impeccable and is a good indication of how he not only increases the skills set of the individuals he manages, but is able to build a strong team of individuals all working cohesively together. This coupled with the fact that Tom is a
LinkedIn User
I worked with Tom in a fine dining restaurant where he was in charge of the bar and his incredible knowledge and understanding of wines at all levels and from all over the world was a major factor in driving those sales and bringing in wine lovers as clients. That, combined with his all around restaurant knowledge and experience, makes him a major player.
Barbara Esslinger
To Whom It May Concern: I have had the privilege of working with Tom Isabella for two years. My relationship with him has been one of mutual professional respect along with years of friendship that has surpassed his tenor with our organization. Throughout Tom’s employment he was a vital part of our growth. His experience, knowledge and leadership qualities were instrumental as we opened two new restaurants in the North Carolina area. It was an honor to have him as a part of our training team. I am extremely confident that Tom posses the tacit skills necessary for any job he should apply to in the hospitality industry however, tacit knowledge is an inherent aspects of anyone’s ability when they have performed them long enough; the true measure of someone’s ability to manage and lead is how they share the knowledge they possess to make others around them great. Tom’s ability to effectively communicate and share his skills, knowledge, and experience as a restaurant operator is impeccable and is a good indication of how he not only increases the skills set of the individuals he manages, but is able to build a strong team of individuals all working cohesively together. This coupled with the fact that Tom is a
LinkedIn User
I worked with Tom in a fine dining restaurant where he was in charge of the bar and his incredible knowledge and understanding of wines at all levels and from all over the world was a major factor in driving those sales and bringing in wine lovers as clients. That, combined with his all around restaurant knowledge and experience, makes him a major player.
Experience
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Waterstone Resort & Marina, Curio Collection by Hilton
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager of Restaurants
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Sep 2022 - Present
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The Wurzak Hotel Group
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Food and Beverage General Manager
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May 2022 - Sep 2022
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The Boca Raton
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Hospitality
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500 - 600 Employee
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General Manager Fine Dining Restuarant
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Aug 2021 - Apr 2022
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Bowlero Corporation
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager
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Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
General Manager for new 64 lane premier entertainment center in south Florida. Amazing food and beverage offerings with event and private dining capacity. General Manager for new 64 lane premier entertainment center in south Florida. Amazing food and beverage offerings with event and private dining capacity.
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Serafina Miami
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United States
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Restaurants
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1 - 100 Employee
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Restaurant General Manager & Consultant
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Aug 2019 - Mar 2020
Development of operating procedures, beverage program analysis, handbook creation and management training. Development of operating procedures, beverage program analysis, handbook creation and management training.
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Tuscan Prime
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United States
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Restaurants
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1 - 100 Employee
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Area General Manager
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Jun 2018 - Apr 2019
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager
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Jan 2012 - Apr 2018
Awarded 2013 Franchise Leadership Team of the Year, for Outstanding Operational Achievement by Ruth's Chris Steak House Awarded 2014 Ruth's Chris Steak House Spirit Award Awarded 2013 Franchise Leadership Team of the Year, for Outstanding Operational Achievement by Ruth's Chris Steak House Awarded 2014 Ruth's Chris Steak House Spirit Award
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Citrus Club
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Orlando, Florida Area
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Director of Food and Beverage
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Dec 2010 - Jul 2011
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Director of Club Operations
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May 2009 - Dec 2010
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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General Manager
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Mar 2007 - May 2009
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General Manager
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Aug 2005 - Mar 2007
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Food Service Representative
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Mar 2003 - Aug 2005
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Territory Manager
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Nov 2001 - Mar 2003
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Director of Food & Beverage
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Mar 1997 - Dec 2001
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Education
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Howard Community College
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Mount Saint Joseph
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