Makayla K.

Makayla K. is an experienced culinary professional currently serving as the Sous Chef at Orchard City Kitchen, where responsibility includes overseeing a team of 30 cooks and porters, managing inventory and invoices, ensuring food quality, and introducing new dishes to the menu. Prior experience includes roles as Lead Line Cook and Line Cook, managing a busy plancha/fry station and training new hires, demonstrating the ability to handle high-pressure service environments. Makayla K. previously worked as a Pantry Cook at Eleven College Ave, focusing on elevated salad creation and mastering various cooking techniques. Educational qualifications include an Associate of Arts in Business Administration and Management from De Anza College and a high school diploma from Los Gatos High School.