David Focareto

David Focareto is an experienced restaurant and bar manager with a career spanning over 17 years in the hospitality industry. Currently serving as the Restaurant and Bar Manager at Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill since September 2017, David previously held the position of General Manager at Buffalo Wild Wings from September 2012 to September 2017, where oversight included managing a multi-million dollar restaurant with a capacity for 375 guests and 70 employees. Prior experience also includes serving as Restaurant Manager at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar from April 2006 to September 2012, where responsibilities involved addressing customer concerns, managing employee schedules, and hiring and training staff. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from Portland State University, earned in 2006.