John Ryan

John Ryan is an accomplished culinary professional with extensive experience in the food service industry. Currently serving as Chief Culinary Officer at LifeWorks Restaurant Group since January 2019, John previously held the position of Vice President Culinary at Compass Group from 2018 to 2019. Prior experience includes Director of Culinary for Northeast & National Accounts at Aramark from September 2002 to December 2018, Executive Chef at Wood Company/Sodexo from 1992 to 2002, and Junior Sous Chef at the Carlyle Hotel from 1990 to 1992. John holds an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from the Irish Hotel & Catering University in Sligo, Ireland.