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| Given our commitment to creating the perfect dining experience, it’s no surprise that we have built a team of passionate, personable professionals that Joe Fortes himself would have approved of. | | |
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| General Manager |  Joe Fortes has always been a popular tourist destination and few people have catered to as many tourists as Scott. Seven years leading the charge at Walt Disney Resorts in Florida, Scott ran the company’s food and beverage programs as the Restaurant Guest Services Manager, receiving AAA's coveted Four Diamond Award for service excellence during his tenure. As a certified Sommelier, passionate about food and beverage, Joe Fortes customers look to Scott to create the ultimate dining experience. | | |
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| Maitre ‘d/Partner |  While his role is that of Maitre‘d, in reality Frenchy acts much more like a friend to the scores of regulars and tourists that pass through our doors every day. Inducted to the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame in 2007 for excellence in Front of House, he is the ultimate personification of everything that our famous namesake and our restaurant stand for. Frenchy's warm personality and affable charm guarantee the accent is always on hospitality here at Joe’s. | | |
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| Beverage Manager |  Wendy leads the floor with a constant smile and abundance of positive energy. She focuses on building relationships with guests and staff and is a key contributor to the fun, professional and high-energy environment that is Joe Fortes. Wendy's thirst for knowledge has led her successfully through the WSET Level 2 wine training. Look for her on the floor to chat with you about food and wine pairings. | | |
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| Restaurant Manager |  Sarah got her start in the restaurant business in Kelowna BC, where she experienced the Okanagan's best wines and fresh produce. Sarah brings her quick wit and fun personality to the floor at Joe Fortes where she is a regular fixture as Brunch Manager. Look for her visiting with guests, pouring mimosas and serving the perfect eggs benedict. | | |
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| Bar Manager |  Jennifer's boundless energy and beaming smile infuse the atmosphere at Joe Fortes with a buzz all of their own. As such, Jennifer has left a lasting impression on the restaurants she has graced before returning to Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, including Goldfish Pacific Kitchen and Glowbal Grill & Satay Bar. Hailing from PEI, Jennifer's passion for seafood makes her a natural on the Joe Fortes leadership team. Look for Jennifer to inspire with her cocktail creations and to make your Joe Fortes lounge experience memorable. | | |
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| Executive Chef/Partner |  Leading Joe Fortes’ culinary team is Executive Chef and Partner Scott Pratico, whose infectious enthusiasm and creative style have helped keep the restaurant at the forefront of Vancouver’s restaurant scene for 25 years. Originally from Revelstoke, B.C., Scott developed an appreciation for organic, farm fresh foods at a very young age. His talents went on to blossom at a number of high profile resorts and hotels. As Joe Fortes Executive Chef, Scott is revered for his humble, team-player attitude and his relentless commitment to serving only the highest quality dishes. | | |
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| Executive Sous Chef |  This Vancouver native entered the restaurant industry at the tender age of 16 and wasted no time advancing his career – achieving his first head chef position at just 22 years of age. Having worked in restaurants on the coast and in BC’s interior, Ryan has an excellent appreciation for the numerous fresh flavours that the province has to offer. | | |
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| Sous Chef |  A part of Vancouver’s culinary scene for more than fifteen years, Jamie Ristau brings plenty of experience to his position as sous-chef at Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House. Before landing at Joe's, Jamie gained hands-on experience in a variety of downtown Vancouver eateries, including Earl’s, Yaletown Brewery, Dix and Sandbar. A culinary purist, Jamie enjoys preparing foods simply and effectively- maximizing their natural appearance and flavour. | | |
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| Group & Events Coordinator |  Colette Lynch is the face behind the party- Joe Forte's annual Slurp & Swirl that is! Colette's passion for food and wine kept her at Joe Fortes while earning her degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia. Years of wine education, front of house experience and love of food, make Colette a natural in the restaurant events department. Look to Colette to help you create the perfect function, from spot on service, top notch food, and of course, the back drop of Joe Fortes as the spectacular venue. | | |
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| Director of Marketing & Sales |  Andrea has extensive experience in creative communications and marketing. Prior to joining Joe Fortes she worked in wine marketing, publishing and advertising as a brand and media strategist. She attained a degree in Communications and a certificate in Liberal Arts from Simon Fraser University. Having lived and studied on both sides of the Atlantic, Andrea understands the importance of consistently staying ahead of the trends. Her ability to visualize and bring concepts to life with seamless execution is one of her greatest assets. As director of marketing and sales for Joe Fortes, she leads the way in building relationships with our three key audiences: customers, industry partners, and media. | | |
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| Proprietor |  At the helm of Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is proprietor and renown restauranteur Bud Kanke. Throughout his more than 39 years in the industry, Bud has successfully launched and overseen no fewer than 10 Vancouver restaurants including such classic eateries as the Cannery Seafood Restaurant, the Fish House, Mulvaney’s, Goldfish Pacific Kitchen, and his great love – Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House. Bud's ability to manage, market and lead award-winning and highly profitable restaurants has earned him induction into the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame. His dedication to the community is evidenced by he and his wife Dotty’s considerable donations of both time and funds to charitable organizations such as the Union Gospel Mission, the BC Professional Firefighters Burn Fund, the BC Children’s Hospital and the Pacific Salmon Foundation, among others. An inspiring leader, Bud serves as mentor to the staff and management at Joe Fortes. | | |
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