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David Travisano - Executive Chef Chef David Travisano began his career back in 1976 in Providence Rhode Island. In 1981 he relocated to Las Vegas, a mega for aspiring chefs. He quickly rose to Executive Chef of the re-nound Mine Shaft Restaurant. In 1990 David opened as Executive Chef and then to manager Quattro Italian Grille the forth restaurant in the Pinelli Marra Restaurant Group where he prospered and honed his culinary and hospitably skills for over 12 years in the world’s largest hospitality market. In 2002 David relocated to Dade City, Florida and accepted the position of Executive Chef of Kikochelli Kafe. Before joining Onyx David was Executive Chef of Balliamo Italian Steakhouse in Edgewater, Florida opening and growing this flourishing restaurant on Florida’s sunshine coast. David specialized Balliamo in the finest in sirloins, filets, chicken, seafood and lamb. Fresh pasta and fresh herbs with simple sauces that compliment the entrée are the staple of almost every entrée. David enjoys playing the drums as he has a passion for music as well as cooking. Chef David has a personal philosophy, he believes that “ The dining experience is just not about food, rather it is about the mood, the ambience, the feel and the personal attention you receive that makes the total dining experience”. Onyx is pleased to welcome David and his 34 years of experience and culinary and hospitality skills to expand Onyx’s culinary variety. |
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Rick Greco - General Manager Rick's major focus as the General Manager is to create both a memorbable experience for both the ONYX guest and the ONYX employee. Through staff education and constant training, Rick's goal is to make the ONYX staff the best in the business. This seems natural as Rick spent the last twelve years in the corporate side of the restaurant industry. Having opened a plethora of new restaurants for many concepts, his devotion to staff education cannot be matched. Rick brings a wealth of knowledge from both the food and service side. As a true leader, Rick values any feedback from our guest and uses that each experience to learn something new and past it on to our staff. Through constant communication, Rick creates an experience where everyone is "in the know. Before becoming the General Manager of ONYX, Rick was the Beverage Manager here at ONYX. Through strong relationships with our vendors, Rick has helped to bring ONYX's bar to new heights. As General Manager, Rick will keep pushing the bar at ONYX creating fun events and using the newest, most cutting edge products. |
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Phil Schnaars - Assistant Manager Phil Schnaars comes to ONYX with eleven years experience in the world of hospitality. Spending more time in restaurants than anywhere else, he considers this his home. With this mentality, Phil welcomes guests to ONYX with unmatched grace. Phil brings a stunning sense of humor that puts those around him at ease in any situation. Phil’s role in the ONYX management team is as a liaison between the culinary team, the hospitality team, and event coordination. His communicative skills make him the ideal candidate for this role. Phil is constantly on the front lines ensuring that all standards are both met and then exceeded. Phil is the embodiment of commitment. |
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Crystal Valcourt, ONYX Pastry Chef Crystal’s love for making pastries started as a child and led her to Johnson and Wales University to expand her knowledge and love for sweets. Following her education, she worked at the only four start restaurant in Providence Rhode Island-“Mill’s Tavern”, starred as the pastry chef for “Siena” restaurant on notorious Federal Hill, and made her way home to western mass, where she grew up, to work for the exquisite Onyx Fusion Bar and restaurant. |
