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Cooking is a craft that one practices for many years to perfect, and I have had the great fortune to work with some of the top chefs from around the country to raise cooking to a level that is perceived as art. I have worked diligently to develop the skills to be an innovative chef and entrepreneur. I have challenged myself and my teams to step out of our comfort zones, use our creativity, and develop cuisine and restaurant concepts that focus on innovation, world-class service, and community.
As an entrepreneur, I have developed concepts for four unique and exciting restaurants where I served as mentor and executive chef. Through collaboration with stakeholders, the community, and business partners, each restaurant was successful and recognized as best-in-class in several categories, including cuisine, ambience, and wine selections. My most recent restaurant was an iconic culinary destination in Philadelphia’s Center City and received national recognition with numerous Wine Spectator awards.
As a leader I make it a point to keep open lines of communication with my teams and staff. I expect employees to work to their highest ability to support the growth of the business and deliver the highest level of service to guests. I also expect them to continue to learn and come to me with ideas for improvements and changes. I strive to create a workplace where they feel valued and understood and know that they are an important part of the business. At one of my restaurants, R2L, I had 50 staff members who each worked at the restaurant for more than five years, which is an outstanding achievement in the restaurant industry.
As I continue in my career, I am excited to explore opportunities. I am passionate about concept development, operational leadership, mentorship, and guest service excellence. I am a strategic thinker who is skilled in developing processes that support and enhance a business’ operations. I am a collaborator who effectively works together with key stakeholders, staff, and community members.
