Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 I am no longer with the hotel in Napa. I have been there for a little more than 3 1/2 years with the past 2+ being pretty brutal. Decent last paycheck (60 pto hours), plus a little severance. Not looking forward to the search, but know i had to leave and will be better off in the future. I will be nice not to have to think about them again (many after hours calls and emails). 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted April 19, 2017 Best of luck in future endeavors. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Filthy Fernadez 2,696 Posted April 19, 2017 Good luck. FYI Fox News is looking for a new show. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patriotsfatboy1 1,432 Posted April 19, 2017 One door closes, another door opens 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 Good luck. FYI Fox News is looking for a new show. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
supermike80 1,290 Posted April 19, 2017 I am no longer with the hotel in Napa. I have been there for a little more than 3 1/2 years with the past 2+ being pretty brutal. Decent last paycheck (60 pto hours), plus a little severance. Not looking forward to the search, but know i had to leave and will be better off in the future. I will be nice not to have to think about them again (many after hours calls and emails). What hotel? Love NAPA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kilroy69 1,002 Posted April 19, 2017 I am no longer with the hotel in Napa. I have been there for a little more than 3 1/2 years with the past 2+ being pretty brutal. Decent last paycheck (60 pto hours), plus a little severance. Not looking forward to the search, but know i had to leave and will be better off in the future. I will be nice not to have to think about them again (many after hours calls and emails). Holiday inn Express is always looking for night auditors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 http://meritagecollection.com/meritageresort/?nck=8664946895&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=MI%20Meritage%20Resort%20Brand&utm_term=the%20meritage%20resort%20at%20napa&utm_content=Brand%20Meritage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,596 Posted April 19, 2017 I think with your chef skills you should start a food truck that serves grilled cheese. They are cheap to produce and would be pure profit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 Many feelers are out. A few years back I created a personal chef business which i can always fall back on. Toughest part of F&B are the hours with a family. trying to find a 9-5. may get into food or beverage sales Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyclone24 1,814 Posted April 19, 2017 God dammit that sucks. That means youll be here more. Fock. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wiffleball 4,649 Posted April 19, 2017 should have seen the writing on the wall when they took out the vibrating beds. Good luck. You'll do well. Its tourist season. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 691 Posted April 19, 2017 Sorry bro.. you'll find something man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 Sorry bro.. you'll find something man. i am actually pretty happy. it was a mutual parting of ways. while i am very good at maintaining my professionalism, i am certain that my displeasure may have cracked through the facade now and then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 3,606 Posted April 19, 2017 Get in on the cooking with cannabis here in cali. A lot of winery's are going to be able to expand very soon and the industry is going nowhere but up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alias Detective 1,180 Posted April 19, 2017 I am no longer with the hotel in Napa. I have been there for a little more than 3 1/2 years with the past 2+ being pretty brutal. Decent last paycheck (60 pto hours), plus a little severance. Not looking forward to the search, but know i had to leave and will be better off in the future. I will be nice not to have to think about them again (many after hours calls and emails). Why'd they fire you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frank 2,152 Posted April 19, 2017 Anybody else think this was gonna be some pretentiously fruity chocolate recipe? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 Anybody else think this was gonna be some pretentiously fruity chocolate recipe? want one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,596 Posted April 19, 2017 On a serious note, good luck. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 19, 2017 On a serious note, good luck. food trucks are still very popular, and there was a little trend for grilled cheese restaurants. i love good sammiches and could put together some nice GC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alias Detective 1,180 Posted April 19, 2017 want one? What is you go to brand of season salt? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alias Detective 1,180 Posted April 19, 2017 food trucks are still very popular, and there was a little trend for grilled cheese restaurants. i love good sammiches and could put together some nice GC. I always thought a baked potato truck would do well. Has the "healthy" feel, with lots of tasty toppings if one chooses. Have the toppings in crocks and potatoes baked on site with the smell pumping. I though this would do wel, at fairs and festivals too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 I always thought a baked potato truck would do well. Has the "healthy" feel, with lots of tasty toppings if one chooses. Have the toppings in crocks and potatoes baked on site with the smell pumping. I though this would do wel, at fairs and festivals too. I think that could work in cooler climates. Salt- usually Morton's or crystal kosher salt. Every once in a while I will use a pink, black or grey to finish a steak Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotsup 832 Posted April 20, 2017 http://meritagecollection.com/meritageresort/?nck=8664946895&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=MI%20Meritage%20Resort%20Brand&utm_term=the%20meritage%20resort%20at%20napa&utm_content=Brand%20Meritage I got food poisoning there 3 years ago. Alsonotreally. Good luck man. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 I got food alcohol poisoning there 3 years ago. Alsonotreally. Good luck man. very possible 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerryskids 5,215 Posted April 20, 2017 food trucks are still very popular, and there was a little trend for grilled cheese restaurants. i love good sammiches and could put together some nice GC. It was a reference to a GiantsFan business idea... anyway, sorry to hear that your job got you to a place where you are fine being let go. I've been there; it sucks and yet is liberating. Good luck! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alias Detective 1,180 Posted April 20, 2017 I think that could work in cooler climates. Salt- usually Morton's or crystal kosher salt. Every once in a while I will use a pink, black or grey to finish a steak I'm in PA. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wiffleball 4,649 Posted April 20, 2017 should have seen the writing on the wall when they took out the vibrating beds. Good luck. You'll do well. Its tourist season. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerryskids 5,215 Posted April 20, 2017 Do you have a LinkedIn account? If not create one. Invite me and everyone you've ever met. The power of LinkedIn is in the second level contact; not who you know, but who your contacts know. I know the owner of a winery up there for instance, at least he owned it a few years ago. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 Do you have a LinkedIn account? If not create one. Invite me and everyone you've ever met. The power of LinkedIn is in the second level contact; not who you know, but who your contacts know. I know the owner of a winery up there for instance, at leastehelp owned it a few years ago. I am on there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patriotsfatboy1 1,432 Posted April 20, 2017 Is there an echo in here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reality 2,710 Posted April 20, 2017 Best of luck man, you're one of the good ones. You'll land on your feet and be better off. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
patweisers44 700 Posted April 20, 2017 I think with your chef skills you should start a food truck that serves grilled cheese. They are cheap to produce and would be pure profit.Bier meister is Giants Fan? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vuduchile 1,941 Posted April 20, 2017 I am no longer with the hotel in Napa. I have been there for a little more than 3 1/2 years with the past 2+ being pretty brutal. Decent last paycheck (60 pto hours), plus a little severance. Not looking forward to the search, but know i had to leave and will be better off in the future. I will be nice not to have to think about them again (many after hours calls and emails). Any chance you'll open your own joint? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 Any chance you'll open your own joint? i think about it, but know what goes into it. once we get our daughter into college, we might find a tropical spot and open a tiki bar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vuduchile 1,941 Posted April 20, 2017 i think about it, but know what goes into it. once we get our daughter into college, we might find a tropical spot and open a tiki bar Best of luck either way 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 hmmmm maybe i'll write a cookbook Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted April 20, 2017 It was a reference to a GiantsFan business idea... anyway, sorry to hear that your job got you to a place where you are fine being let go. I've been there; it sucks and yet is liberating. Good luck! missed the GF reference. i guess i could do a ginos pizza roll truck. i went in to discuss my departure and we agreed on final day. I have not been happy there for a while. In my exit interview I offered advice regarding what to expect from the position. I am in a good place, just need to figure our what is next. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,517 Posted June 22, 2017 Yesterday I was contacted by a colleague from my previous hotel who just was hired at another resort. They are looking for a F&B Purchaser to build a department. This one has me more excited than my previous....smaller, boutique hotel with a bigger name. Salary would be the equivalent of a 30% raise . Commute doubled from 30 to 55 min. Just had another informal phone interview with their F&B Director. They are comfortable with the salary I was asking for. I have an interview on Monday with HR, F&B Director, Exec Chef, and GM. I am pretty excited about this.... https://aubergedusoleil.aubergeresorts.com/ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites