Jonathan Irizarry

Jonathan Irizarry is an accomplished culinary professional with extensive experience in various roles within the food industry. Irizarry began a career at Restaurant Associates as a Lead Line Cook and progressed to Sous Chef, executing A La Carte Service for up to 200 covers daily while overseeing a team of 20 employees. Following this, Irizarry served as Chef Manager at The Culinary Institute of America, where menu development and team management were key responsibilities. Irizarry held the position of Executive Chef at CHIKO, focusing on menu innovation and maintaining food cost efficiency. Additional roles include Private Chef at The Culinistas and Executive Sous Chef at Lore Group, where seasonal menu items were developed. Currently, Irizarry is a Senior Chef at Flik Hospitality Group, ensuring staff training and team leadership. Educational credentials include an Associate's degree and a Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts and Entrepreneurship from The Culinary Institute of America.