Specialist hospitality industry with 35 years of experience. Skills cover areas including site acquisition, lease negotiations, concept development, project construction management, menu development, recruitment and ongoing operations.

Set the stage for concept development in the F&B arena more than 25 years ago with the opening of a small yet extremely popular café in Moonee Ponds, Victoria. Over two and half decades later, the ELIA group of companies has successfully developed a portfolio of businesses consisting of:- TRIOS Pty Ltd (F&B concept development) - TRISAND (Real Estate Development) TRIOS Pty Ltd has become one of Melbourne’s most recognized F&B developers, currently operating 5 F&B concepts… Show more Set the stage for concept development in the F&B arena more than 25 years ago with the opening of a small yet extremely popular café in Moonee Ponds, Victoria. Over two and half decades later, the ELIA group of companies has successfully developed a portfolio of businesses consisting of:- TRIOS Pty Ltd (F&B concept development) - TRISAND (Real Estate Development) TRIOS Pty Ltd has become one of Melbourne’s most recognized F&B developers, currently operating 5 F&B concepts as above.TRISAND has an enviable reputation of being one of Melbourne’s premium property developers focusing on designing creative spaces with personality, intelligence and high end finishes in prime bayside and inner city locations. TRISAND concentrates on individual residential property development, and, the construction and retail of multi level residential towers.The strength of the group rests in its ability to create themed concepts while well developed processes and systems in back-of-house administration allows for streamlined management of all the concepts on the group portfolio. From payroll and accounting to maintaining vendor relationships, from POS and IT support to consolidated purchasing and shared services of marketing, the ELIA group has been structured by David, to maximize efficiency through documented procedures of training, financial reporting, marketing, customer service, food handling, equipment & machinery, operations, human resources, recruitment & training and occupational health & safety.www.trisand.com.au Show less

A QSR version of Il Pomodoro Federation Square, Il Pomodoro at Crown Casino caters to all day dining – from breakfast to lunch and midnight meals. Robust systems, a well trained team and an extensive yet client specific menu offering have led to Il Pomodoro Crown Casino being awarded the Best Food Retailer in 2009. From pizza slices to fresh pasta and home made sausages, Il Pomodoro has given a new identity to Italian cuisine in a QSR environment.

Recognized as Federation Squares most successful F&B concept, TimeOut is a licensed café venue, perfect for all day alfresco dining or a quick drink at the hem of Federation Square. TimeOut has, in recent years, challenged the status quo in terms of F&B offering and has successfully introduced a high quality menu boasting of memorable flavour profiles centered on sharing plates and a captivating beverage menu, encouraging congregation and sharing. TimeOut caters to customers who pass through… Show more Recognized as Federation Squares most successful F&B concept, TimeOut is a licensed café venue, perfect for all day alfresco dining or a quick drink at the hem of Federation Square. TimeOut has, in recent years, challenged the status quo in terms of F&B offering and has successfully introduced a high quality menu boasting of memorable flavour profiles centered on sharing plates and a captivating beverage menu, encouraging congregation and sharing. TimeOut caters to customers who pass through the city pre and post events while simultaneously appealing to loyal clientele who choose TimeOut because of the depth of menu offer and the quality of their personable staff and service.www.timeoutmelbourne.com.au Show less

A modern interpretation of an Italian kitchen is a fitting description for Il Pomodoro. Italian grilled skewers, arancini balls, traditional thin base pizzas, fine wine and ice cold Italian beers; Il Pomodoro is the place to enjoy and experience ‘Cucina Rustica’ amidst the hustle of Federation Square. To retain interest and appeal of consumers, Il Pomodoro offer seasonal menus.www.ilpomodoro.com.au

A fusion of Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisine, Baba is a venue that offers an unpretentious and inviting atmosphere for the creative, intellectual and free spirited clientele of Brunswick. The menu has been designed to compliment a quick drink, a casual lunch or a sumptuous banquet. The interiors of Baba are earthy and natural and a unique cocktail, wine and beer menu showcases regional and European flavour. DJ’s and live bands on the weekends add a sense of reality and character to… Show more A fusion of Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisine, Baba is a venue that offers an unpretentious and inviting atmosphere for the creative, intellectual and free spirited clientele of Brunswick. The menu has been designed to compliment a quick drink, a casual lunch or a sumptuous banquet. The interiors of Baba are earthy and natural and a unique cocktail, wine and beer menu showcases regional and European flavour. DJ’s and live bands on the weekends add a sense of reality and character to Baba.www.babarestaurant.com.au Show less

In just under a decade, TRIOS Wraps has become the country's largest wraps franchise, with 10 outlets in Victoria and NSW, and has challenged the way wraps are perceived and consumed. TRIOS Wraps has always been about delivering awesome tasting wraps and a memorable, totally satisfying and vibrant experience. TRIOS Wraps are a spirited, fun loving brand and the only thing they take seriously is a promise to serve freshly grilled wraps that taste absolutely incredible! So popular have the… Show more In just under a decade, TRIOS Wraps has become the country's largest wraps franchise, with 10 outlets in Victoria and NSW, and has challenged the way wraps are perceived and consumed. TRIOS Wraps has always been about delivering awesome tasting wraps and a memorable, totally satisfying and vibrant experience. TRIOS Wraps are a spirited, fun loving brand and the only thing they take seriously is a promise to serve freshly grilled wraps that taste absolutely incredible! So popular have the flavour profiles been that the brand has expanded the franchise to Saudi Arabia (9 stores) and USA (Houston, 1 store) and are currently in negotiation for development in Eastern Europe.www.trioswraps.com Show less