Despite becoming pregnant at a young age and dropping out of high school so she could raise her two kids, Tania Rangel, assistant manager of Fresco Italiano at Westgate Las Vegas, made it a goal to one day be successful.
When her kids got a little older, she earned her GED in addition to a medical assistant degree, and worked various jobs, including a stint as part-time hostess at Fresco Italiano seven years ago. So two years ago, when she heard Fresco Italiano was hiring, it was like returning home.
“When I heard that Fresco was hiring again, I came back,” she said. “At the time, they needed a hostess and a busser, but I wanted to move up. So, then I moved into the server position and have been a barback as well. I’m not afraid to jump in and try anything, do anything to help.” Six months ago, her hard work paid off and she moved into the management position and is on track to becoming a general manager.
As management, it’s Rangel’s responsibility to “make sure the restaurant has everything it needs to operate,” she said. “Make sure every employee has what they need and is being heard.”
Rangel also puts in the hard work when it comes to guest experience—you can spot her out on the floor every night checking on her guests. “I’m happy and excited to be here, so I want to give guests that experience where they feel like it’s only them in the whole restaurant,” she said. “My drive every day is to make my kids proud of their mom. If I don’t accomplish my goals or continue to move up, I wouldn’t be happy with myself.”
Libation: Italian Lemon Drop
Not only is the food authentic and dynamite, but Fresco Italiano’s specialty cocktail menu is also impressive. For an Italian twist on a classic, try the Italian Lemon Drop mixed with Malfy Con Limone gin, limoncello and fresh sweet and sour and a buzz button and sugar rim.
Benefit: For an off-menu treat, order the delicious linguine with clams—you won’t be disappointed!
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