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 Director of Operations
Frank Tognotti started his restaurant career over 20 years ago in San Francisco, and has traveled all around the world excelling at his occupation. He spent 5 years in Japan developing his bar management skills at the successful Rock Balloon Bar in Kumamoto. He was then hired as Bar Manager & Operations Director to oversee the ‘Windsor Casino’ project in Fukuoka, Japan. He then returned to San Francisco as General Manager for Max’s Opera Café, to oversee the openings of both the Palm Desert and Union Square locations. Mr.Tognotti then became General Manager for the world-renowned Lefty O’Doul’s Bar & Restaurant in San Francisco. After holding this position for three years, Mr.Tognotti accepted an offer from Jamba Juice as their Napa Valley region General Manager. There he assisted in brand development and operations by leading his team as the P&L specialist for the district. Frank’s passion for “fresh” fast food and the inability to find it, moved him to leave Jamba Juice to co-found Skewers Roadside Grill in San Francisco’s North Beach. Frank developed the menu and service with a single intent: “exceed the guests’ expectations.” |
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 Executive Chef
Chef Vazquez has spent the better part of 15 years developing his skills as a leader and developer of people. Born in Mexico City Chef Vazquez was educated at some of the finest universities in Mexico City. Chef Vazquez was a driving force behind such notable kitchens in Mexico City as the Four Seasons and the Crown Plaza. Before he decided to venture out on his own restaurant project called L’Enchilada, this project gave Chef Vazquez the freedom to explore his talents and learn more about FOH operations and gave him the necessary skill set to be an effective Owner / Operator.
In 2000, Chef Vazquez gave back to the career that has been so good to him, he became an instructor at Claustro de Sor Juana University , where he taught new chefs about various seafood and shellfish. Chef Vazquez spent 5 years as an instructor before being offered an opportunity to showcase his talents on an international stage. In 2006, Chef Vazquez moved to Los Angeles to work along side the Resmex Group as the driving force behind the kitchen development and menu implementation of Amaranta Cocina Mexicana.
Overseeing the operation and execution of this highly acclaimed restaurant, which was honored as one of the best new restaurants of 2008 by Los Angeles magazine. Now in 2008, Chef Vazquez finds himself moving to San Francisco to work alongside his longtime associate Frank Tognotti and oversee the Broadway Grill’s already successful menu and kitchen, Chef Vazquez will bring this successful concept full circle with his talents and leadership.
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 Restaurant Manager
As Restaurant Manager, Stewart is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Broadway Grill Restaurant, including the main dining room, adjacent bar, and outdoor patio. He is also responsible for staff training and retention. Prior to joining The Broadway Grill Restaurant team, he served as Manager at Washington Square Bar and Grill. His impressive list of credentials include Washington Square Bar and Grill, Rite Spot Cafe, Warwick Regis Hotel - La Scene and Market Street Grill. Stewart brings a whole new level of dining room service and wine knowledge to the Burlingame community. Having worked as a manager and consultant for some of the finest restaurants in San Francisco, Stewart elevates dining to an art form, where service, atmosphere, food and wine intermingle to form a feast for all the senses. Stewart currently holds a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology from the University of Baltimore with additional studies at: Johns-Hopkins University – McCoy College, Baltimore. |
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 Artistic Director and Operations Support
Michael "Tigger" Escamilla has been a driving force behind the concept and event planning of the restaurant. One of his many hats worn at the restaurant include managing front and back of house staff to provide seamless operations. He can be seen performing his rendition of broadway hits spontaneously throughout the week. Besides singing, he is actively involved in bringing new and exciting talent to the restaurant while still providing the casual atmosphere many have come to expect. His work behind the scenes allows us to produce smash hits such as "Motown Mondays" "New Year Eve Ball" "Murder Mystery Dinner" |
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Our Team
