Nicola Panaino

I am an Italian chef and restaurant owner with 30 years of experience in the food industry and 10 years of experience running my own Italian restaurant. Throughout my career, I have developed extensive knowledge of traditional Italian cuisine, menu creation, food costing, kitchen management, supplier relationships, staff training and daily restaurant operations. As the owner of my own restaurant in Brazil, I have gained hands-on experience in every aspect of running a restaurant, from developing the concept and creating the menu to managing the team, controlling costs and serving customers. I am now looking to bring my experience and passion for Italian food to Florida. My goal is to build an authentic Italian restaurant together with a financially capable business partner who shares the ambition of creating a successful business. I can contribute the culinary vision, professional expertise and hands-on operational leadership, while my partner contributes the investment and business partnership. I am looking for a serious, long-term partnership, with clearly defined roles, responsibilities and ownership. Finding a legally viable U.S. immigration and work authorization pathway for my role is also an essential part of this opportunity.

I'm italian, 45 years old, with 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry all around the world, including 10 years owning and operating my own Italian restaurant in Brazil.