Manuel Valle

High-energy, operations-focused FOH leader with a proven track record of driving hospitality excellence and building high-performance service teams across premium, high-volume Los Angeles venues. Combining extensive experience in food and beverage operations, corporate-level training, and private luxury club service, I excel at setting a vibrant operational pace, maintaining flawless floor standards, and leading through active floor presence. Adept at handling complex logistics, inventory, and staff scheduling, with a sharp focus on fostering a positive team culture, seamless guest recovery, and executing brand-aligned standards.

Principal / Operations Lead at Independent Operations & Logistics Venture (2024-01 – Present)

• Business Management: Founded and operated an independent service venture, directly managing high-pressure logistics, routing execution, and daily financial structures.
• Client Relations: Cultivated trusted relationships with premium clients, maintaining meticulous attention to detail and sharp focus on personalized service standards.
• Execution under Pressure: Mastered quick problem-solving and strict time-management, building an entrepreneurial hustle that translates seamlessly to demanding floor environments.

Food & Beverage Manager / FOH Leader at Bouquet, Ponte Vineyard Inn (2023-01 – 2024-01)

• Team Leadership: Led full-service, high-volume front-of-house operations, maintaining a strong, vibrant floor presence to set a dynamic pace, build team synergy, and uphold luxury service standards.
• Operational Execution: Managed day-to-day operational duties with an organized, clean aesthetic, including inventory coordination, scheduling support, and maximizing dining room flow during peak high-volume rushes.
• Guest Recovery: Turn complex guest concerns into positive, memorable experiences with urgency, charm, and absolute discretion to protect the venue's premier reputation.

Captain / Lead Server at San Vicente Bungalows (2019-01 – 2022-01)

• Maintained a sharp pace, electric atmosphere, and meticulous attention to detail during high-profile, high-end VIP hospitality services.
• Promoted an environment of adaptability, effortless teamwork, and quick, smooth conflict resolution on the floor.

Corporate Trainer / Supervisor / Server / Bartender at Il Fornaio (Woodland Hills, Manhattan Beach, & Regional Locations) (2015-01 – 2020-01)

• Multi-Unit Training & Launch: Selected by corporate leadership to travel and lead staff training programs for new restaurant openings, successfully launching the Woodland Hills location to brand standards.
• Floor Leadership: Rotated across key locations, including Manhattan Beach, to stabilize floor operations, manage high-volume guest rushes, and enforce premium dining protocols.

Diploma in Culinary Arts – Culinary Lab Cooking School

Diploma in Bartending – Bartending School