Justine began working for Mazzone Hospitality at the age of 16 in October of 1999 at the Glen Sanders Mansion Restaurant. She worked her way up the ladder from busser to server, to eventually managing the restaurant at the age of 20. In the fall of 2008, she left the company to return to college. In May of 2009, Justine graduated from SUNY Delhi with a Bachelor of Science in Hotel/Resort Management. Upon graduation, Justine continued to work within the hospitality field, eventually settling into a human resources position. During this time, she developed an excellent knowledge of employee benefits and the Affordable Care Act.
Justine rejoined the Mazzone Hospitality family in late December 2014 part-time; she was rejoining the workforce after becoming a mother in October 2014. In September 2015, she accepted the position of Director of Human Resources. The following September, she was asked to sit in the Corporate Suite. Justine's passion for the industry truly shines, as she has led the human resources, payroll, and security team for Mazzone Hospitality.
In the summer of 2023, Justine moved into the role of Vice President of Sales and Client Relations for Mazzone Hospitality. In her current role, she oversees the sales team and front-of-house staffing for the company as well as works alongside the long-standing legacy clients that Mazzone Hospitality has continued to service for many years. Justine continues to cultivate relationships and partnerships throughout the company as well as the capital region and beyond.
"Coming back to the Mazzone Hospitality organization has truly brought opportunities to me that I never thought possible. I love working for a company with such a rich history and continue to look forward to the growth that the future has in store for us as an organization."