Irbania Tavares

Irbania Tavares is an experienced culinary professional with a strong focus on youth education and community engagement in New York City. As the Culinary Arts Director at Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club since October 2022, Irbania oversees a comprehensive Culinary Arts program for participants aged 5 to 18, aligning with key developmental outcomes. Irbania has also contributed to nutrition and culinary education as Head Culinary Assistant for Ellie Krieger/In Balance, LLC, and as a Curriculum Developer and Culinary Instructor Consultant for Greenwich House. Previous roles include culinary instruction and community outreach with organizations such as Wellness in the Schools, FEAST, and City Harvest, demonstrating a commitment to promoting healthy cooking and eating habits. Irbania holds a Chef's Diploma from the Natural Gourmet Institute and possesses various degrees in political science, liberal arts, and ongoing studies in immigration law and writing at CUNY and New York University.