Chef Michael Capoferri at Planet Smoothie

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About Chef Michael Capoferri

Mike Capoferri is an award-winning bartender recognized for his innovative work at Thunderbolt in Los Angeles. His career in hospitality began at a young age, starting with smoothie preparation and evolving through various kitchen and service roles before he distinguished himself in the art of bartending.

★Awards & Recognition

★StarChefs Los Angeles Rising Stars Barte… (2021)

Chef Timeline

Early Career

Smoothie Slinger

Planet Smoothie

Began working at age 14, making smoothies in Atlanta.

Prep Cook

Wild Times Cafe

Worked as a prep cook in Atlanta.

Busser

Wild Times Cafe

Worked as a busser in Atlanta after the restaurant shut down as a cafe.

2021

Bartender

Thunderbolt

Received the 2021 StarChefs Los Angeles Rising Stars Bartender Award while at Thunderbolt in Los Angeles.

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Mike Capoferri is an award-winning bartender recognized for his innovative work at Thunderbolt in Los Angeles. His career in hospitality began at a young age, starting with smoothie preparation and evolving through various kitchen and service roles before he distinguished himself in the art of bartending.

Restaurants by chef

Thunderbolt, Wild Times Cafe, Planet Smoothie

Additional Details

Capoferri's journey in the hospitality industry started at 14, where he worked at Planet Smoothie. He later gained experience as a prep cook and busser at Wild Times Cafe before establishing his career as a highly regarded bartender.

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