Jon Downes

Jon Downes currently serves as the Resident District Manager at Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services since February 2024. Previously, Jon held various leadership roles at Good Uncle from August 2017 to February 2024, including Director of Operations, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing multi-state fulfillment centers and launching franchise models at Arizona State University and the University of South Carolina. Jon has a robust background in the food service industry, with experience managing high-volume dining facilities and catering operations, as well as expertise in operational optimization and team management. Jon's educational background includes multiple associate degrees from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts, and Baking and Pastry Arts.