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| Leo Fonseca | ||
Leo Fonseca brings more than 20 years of professional food and management experience to Stephanies on Newbury. In 1993, he earned his Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from Newbury College in Brookline, MA. After graduating, Leo traveled extensively in Europe learning the regional cuisines and cultures of many countries, focusing mostly in Italy and France. He began his career at one of the country’s most exclusive yacht clubs, The Eastern, in Marblehead, MA. Starting as a dishwasher, Leo worked through college as a line cook, and was promoted to Executive Sous Chef in charge of all kitchens by the time he graduated. There he trained under renowned chef Denise Kiburis who was recently named Chef of the Year by Les Dames d’Escoffier. Leo also worked as Executive Chef at The Black Cow, one of the North Shore’s best restaurants, and as First Cook at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, famous for culinary and customer service excellence. At Jacob Marley’s in Marblehead, MA, Leo went from Executive Chef to General Manager after two years. He was eventually made Director of Operations for what was a three unit company increasing sales by over 30% in his time there with his attention to detail and drive to succeed. Leo moved on to follow a passion for wine, working in sales and consulting for Horizon Beverage and the Martignetti Company. For four years Leo worked with restaurants in Boston and the North Shore creating wine lists, setting up inventory management systems, and developing staff training programs. In 2003 Leo made a return to restaurants when he was hired at Stephanies on Newbury. He quickly moved up the ranks working as a server, bartender, and Bar Manager. As the General Manager, Leo is in charge of overseeing all restaurant operations. He is leading Stephanie’s towards its best year ever, with projections of up to 20% growth in his first year. Leo currently resides in Boston, MA. |
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