The Bartolotta Restaurants

We are so excited to announce the promotion of Dennis Day to Restaurant Manager at The Commodore - A Bartolotta Restaurant. Dennis was previously at Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro, experience that has prepared him well to mentor our team to understand and live the Bartolotta Promise – bringing out the best in our employees and serving our guests. Dennis is happy to be a part of The Commodore - A Bartolotta Restaurant's grand opening, “I’m looking forward to bringing life to this property. There truly is something special about working at a place on the water. Nagawicka Lake has its own charm, and I cannot wait to be a steward for this amazing restaurant.” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us at: https://lnkd.in/gvb4_tm

Yesterday, we took time to honor our interns who have devoted their summer to learning and growing within our company. Their dedicated support allowed each team to thrive during an exciting summer of growth for The Bartolotta Restaurants. Thank you to Sam Wielgosh for supporting our facilities team: Matthew Davis for supporting our accounting team: David Trafton for supporting our marketing team: and Mariana Vergara Cavero for supporting our human resources team! Good luck to each of you in your prosperous career journeys and know that you will always be part of the Bartolotta Restaurants family.

We are so excited to welcome Katie Shorts as Manager of Event Sales & Club Membership at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. Katie is happy to be a part of The Commodore’s grand opening because “This project has so much buzz and anticipation surrounding it and I am thrilled to welcome our guests and create new memories together.” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us on our website.

We are so excited to welcome Jamilabelle Evangelista as Assistant General Manager at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. Jamilabelle is "incredibly excited to return to restaurant operations after a few years away and working in human resources. I've followed The Bartolotta Restaurants for some years now and have admired the philosophy and values on which they stand. Coming back to restaurant operations, I look forward to learning from the leaders of this group, and I am happy to say their mentorship has been nothing short of amazing. I’m humbled and honored to be a part of the team and to open The Commodore! ” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us at: https://lnkd.in/gvb4_tm

Congratulations to Shari Kwapil on her promotion to Assistant General Manager of The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. Last year, Shari was hired as Catering Operations Manager at Bartolotta’s Catering and Events at Discovery World, and we are happy to see her continue her career within The Bartolotta Restaurants. Shari is happy to be a part of The Commodore’s grand opening because “I’m passionate about my craft and strive to amplify excellence in everything I do. Continuing my growth within the company is a priority and doubled with my love of managing multi-unit properties. I am excited and proud to be amongst other talented individuals as part of the opening of The Commodore. The design and delicate details pair perfectly with the property's history and location on Nagawicka Lake. The Commodore sets the stage for dining and event experiences that can truly impact our guests’ lives and leave lifelong memories.” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us at: https://lnkd.in/gvb4_tm

We are so excited to welcome Kai Speth as our Chief Operating Officer of The Bartolotta Restaurants! With over 30 years of experience in global hospitality, there is no one better to lead us toward our goals of growth and continuous improvement of dining across all of our venues. Kai has led award-winning restaurants and five-star hotels across the United States, Asia, and Europe, guiding their concept development, guest experience, and operations both on the culinary side as well as front of house. “Throughout my career, I have always looked for opportunities to join a company that is founded in family, and that’s what makes The Bartolotta Restaurants so special,” Kai says. “What Paul, his sister Maria, and their late brother Joe and his team have done for this community is remarkable, and I hope to build on the company’s reputation as visionaries and business leaders that have made Milwaukee one of the world’s most respected culinary destinations.” We are so happy to welcome Kai to The Bartolotta Restaurants family and to begin our journey together. Learn more about Kai and his background on our website: https://lnkd.in/endyqeJH

We are excited to welcome Teri Dasse as Senior Manager of Events Sales & Club Membership at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. Teri is happy to be a part of The Bartolotta Restaurants and The Commodore’s grand opening because, “As someone who moved to the Milwaukee area to join The Bartolotta Restaurants, I am very drawn to their commitment to food quality, service excellence, and overall care shown to guests and team members. These qualities are so important to create a superb guest experience, and I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization!” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us at: https://lnkd.in/gvb4_tm

Yesterday we opened our doors to The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant, completing a project over two years in the making. We are so lucky to have such amazing partners in HF Hospitality: your dedication and commitment to this project have inspired us. We want to thank all of you who have helped make this dream a reality including to the Groth Design Group, CD Smith, Hawks Inn & Delafield History Center, The City of Delafield, Waukesha County, and the State of Wisconsin. With your help, we have breathed new life into a property whose history will not be forgotten while in our care. We also thank Delafield Chamber of Commerce, Hartland Chamber of Commerce, Waukesha County Business Alliance, and Visit Milwaukee for joining us in celebrating this milestone in our community. As we cut the ribbon to The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant we start a new journey within our company and in Lake Country. We are excited to call Nagawicka Lake home. Welcome!

We are excited to welcome Ian Jones as Executive Sous Chef at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. Ian is happy to be a part of The Bartolotta Restaurants and The Commodore’s grand opening because “it is the largest operation I have been a part of and to have the opportunity to open a restaurant under the guidance of Chef Paul Bartolotta is an amazing achievement. I am looking forward to what we can achieve.” The future in hospitality is brighter than ever! We are looking for talented people to join us as we grow. Those who are interested are encouraged to apply with us at: https://lnkd.in/gvb4_tm

An iconic and familiar property on Nagawicka Lake begins its next chapter as The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant. We are excited to announce it will be opening to the public on Wednesday, July 24! Savor everything Lake Country represents – an invitation to relax and enjoy each other’s company. We welcome friends and newcomers to celebrate this reimagined fine-dining and events destination that pays great tribute to the past with contemporary classic touches that will carry the destination decades into the future. Join the team at The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant for dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 5 – 9 PM. View the menu and make your reservation: https://lnkd.in/dr3aJ72G