Joseph Giffoniello

Service industry professional with 13+ years of experience across high-volume kitchen, bartending, and front-of-house roles. Known for delivering exceptional guest experiences, training staff, and maintaining operational excellence. Currently a ceramics teacher at a local high school. Completed a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis, bringing a unique combination of hospitality expertise and behavioral science to every environment.

Roundsman - Strictly Saucers Pizza

(2024-09 - 2026-03)

• On the go set up and break down of pop-up style pizza business
• Responsible for taking orders, relaying information linearly, making pizzas, and customer service
• Managed restocking, cash flow, and coordination with owner

Cook / Bartender - Golda's Anchor Inn

(2011-07 - 2018-09)

• Prepared high-quality meals in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen with a focus on precision and presentation
• Trained incoming kitchen staff on food safety, handling procedures, and restaurant protocols
• Transitioned into bartending role, building knowledge of bar operations and guest service

Waiter/Front of House - Serpico's Ristorante

(2009-11 - 2011-06)

• Delivered prompt, friendly, and reliable table service in a full-service Italian restaurant
• Developed deep menu knowledge including food-and-beverage pairing recommendations
• Managed nightly closing duties including restocking, cash handling, and till reconciliation

Packaged Goods / Bar Back / Cook - Shark Fin Inn

(2007-02 - 2009-10)

• Joined the establishment at opening as an expediter; cross-trained into cook and bar back roles
• Operated the attached retail liquor store, managing inventory, supply orders, and stocking
• Handled keg movement and deliveries; maintained organized and fully stocked shelves
• Gained broad familiarity with end-to-end restaurant operations and management

Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis - Capella University

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education - Kean University