Seasoned Food & Beverage Executive to join
Brinker International as President and SVP
DALLAS, Dec. 1, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today
announced the appointment of industry leader Dominique Bertolone to the position of
President, Maggiano's Little Italy, and SVP, Brinker International.
In this role, he will lead and grow the beloved Maggiano's brand
and serve as a member of Brinker's Executive Leadership Team.
Bertolone is a seasoned food and beverage executive with over 20
years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry,
most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Food &
Beverage Strategy and Development at MGM Resorts International in
Las Vegas, where he oversaw
strategy development and execution around the company's vast
portfolio of restaurants, bars, lounges and nightlife venues.
Bertolone leads with a people-first approach and has a deep
passion and understanding of employee culture and engagement, which
he believes inspires success in the business and Guest
experience.
"Dominique is the perfect leader to usher in the next wave of
Maggiano's growth," said Kevin
Hochman, Brinker International President and CEO. "His
experience leading all types of foodservice concepts has direct
application to accelerating the three Maggiano's channels of
dine-in, off premise and banquets, as well as developing the next
generation of Maggiano's restaurants. He also has an impressive
track record of leading employee engagement, developing
one-of-a-kind Guest experiences, achieving operational excellence,
and elevating brands."
Bertolone is originally from Monaco and speaks fluent Italian, French and
English.
"The opportunity to helm the Maggiano's brand is an honor, and I
can't wait to continue building on its incredible growth and
potential," Bertolone said. "This role will allow me to blend my
passions for amazing people, team culture, food, drinks, and Guest
service standards – all rooted in my own Italian roots. I've heard
incredible things about the Brinker team and culture and look
forward to joining the team."
Bertolone also previously served as MGM Resorts Vice President
of Food and Beverage Development. Before moving into corporate
leadership, he worked at Bellagio Resort & Casino
for 15 years, during which he became a respected thought leader and
expert on restaurant operations and service standards. He served as
the property's Director of Service, Executive Director of Food and
Beverage, and Vice President of Food and Beverage. Before moving to
Las Vegas and beginning his 20+
year career with MGM Resorts, he worked at the SBM Hospitality
Group in Monaco, where he assumed
different roles in several palaces and resorts such as Hotel de
Paris, Monte Carlo Beach, Monte
Carlo Golf Club and Palais Princier de Monaco.
About Brinker
Brinker International, Inc. is one
of the world's leading casual dining restaurant companies and home
of Chili's® Grill & Bar, Maggiano's Little
Italy® and a virtual brand: It's Just
Wings®. Founded in 1975 in Dallas, Texas,
we've ventured far from home, but stayed true to our roots. Brinker
owns, operates or franchises more than 1,600 restaurants in 30
countries and two U.S. territories. Our passion is making people
feel special, and we hope you feel that passion each time you visit
one of our restaurants or invite us into your home through takeout
or delivery. Learn more about Brinker and its brands
at brinker.com.
About Maggiano's Little Italy
Maggiano's Little Italy
specializes in Italian-American cuisine served in a warm and
friendly atmosphere. Maggiano's menu features both classic and
contemporary recipes – authentic pastas, signature salads, steaks,
fresh seafood, regular chef specials and specialty desserts.
Maggiano's 52 restaurants nationwide offer lunch and dinner as well
as delivery, carryout services and banquet spaces for special
occasions. Follow news about Maggiano's
on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Pinterest.
For additional information, including the restaurant nearest you,
please visit maggianos.com.
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