Meet Joyce Turchetti
40 Years of Restaurant Mastery, From Server to Executive
Joyce Turchetti is the powerhouse behind Synergy Restaurant Group, bringing four decades of unparalleled restaurant expertise to every partnership. Starting at 16 as a banquet server, Joyce has lived every aspect of the restaurant business—server, bartender, manager, director of operations, and VP of Operations across NYC's finest establishments and LA's hottest spots.
By age 25, she was already a General Manager. Her track record includes transforming failing bars into celebrity hotspots, managing over 100 custom wedding events, and creating profitable operational systems for independent restaurants and multi-unit corporate programs.
What sets Joyce apart? She doesn't just consult—she partners with restaurant owners because she's walked in their shoes at every level.
Achievement Highlights
Joyce's Journey
Started as a Banquet Server
Began restaurant career at 16 as a banquet server, learning the fundamentals of hospitality.
Became General Manager
At just 25, promoted to General Manager of a high-volume restaurant in NYC.
Director of Operations
Oversaw multiple locations as Director of Operations for a restaurant group.
VP of Operations
Promoted to VP of Operations, developing systems that increased profitability across all locations.
Founded Synergy Restaurant Group & Began SCORE Mentoring
Launched Synergy Restaurant Group and started mentoring new restaurant owners through SCORE.
Introduced Clara AI
Integrated AI technology with restaurant expertise to create Clara, the 24/7 AI receptionist.
US Job Corps Instructor
Began teaching Advanced Hospitality at US Job Corps while continuing to grow Synergy.
Joyce's Credentials
Education
- Advanced Hospitality Program Graduate, Florida Atlantic University
- 32+ hospitality certifications and courses
- Advanced Hospitality Instructor, US Job Corps Class of 2024
Professional Experience
- Former VP of Operations with multi-unit experience
- Managed operations in NYC, LA, and other major markets
- Developed profitable systems for 50+ restaurants
Community Involvement
- Active SCORE mentor since 2020
- Restaurant industry speaker and educator
- Volunteer consultant for non-profit food service operations
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