With over 28 years experience in the Food and Beverage Industry, Mario has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He is a results oriented, hard working and passionate professional who thrives on challenges, with a reputation for consistent service delivery within Western Australia, Nationally and Internationally.
Since completing his Hotel Administration and Food Technology studies, Mario who started his career as a qualified chef has worked in quality establishments in Australia and overseas in various roles in Food Production including Cook Fresh and Cook-Chill, Customer Service, Specification, Catering Standards, Operations, Business Improvement, Project Management and is an experienced and respected Hospitality Management and Design Consultant.
To consolidate his knowledge and experience Mario also completed a post graduate qualification of Corporate Management from Deakin University, Geelong Victoria and has traveled extensively through USA, Europe and Asia. Mario is also a Professional Member of the Foodservice Consultants Society International (F.C.S.I).
Mario has as a Consultant been involved with the following:
Foodservice Design Feasibility Studies and Business Reviews
Master-planning Concept Plans and Design
Council Development Approval (DA) Food Production – Cook-Chill & Cook Serve
Liquor Licensing Advisory Services Public Interest Assessments
Application of Quality Systems & HACCP Lease Negotiations
Project Management Expressions of Interest (EOI) Campaigns
Assist with new Business Start-ups Food Safety Audits
Despite if busy work schedule Mario loves giving back to the community actively volunteering his time over the years at Santa Maria College, St Thomas Moore Church, Personal Advocacy for Adults with special needs, The Goan Overseas Association to name a few.
Hotel Administration and Food TechnologysPost Graduate qualification of Corporate ManagementOver 28 years experience in Food & BeverageFood Service ConsultantManagement & Design Consultant