Jared Koch

Jared Koch is a seasoned professional in the food service industry with extensive experience at Sysco Central Illinois, where current responsibilities include serving as a Premium Protein Sales Specialist since March 2007, focusing on strategic consulting and protein-related food service sales. Previously, Jared held the position of Business Development Manager from March 2008 to August 2013, where expertise was applied in business plan and sales strategy development, as well as forging new business partnerships. Additional roles include Corporate Chef, responsible for product introductions and operational discussions in a state-of-the-art test kitchen, and Executive Chef at Hilton Springfield, overseeing culinary operations for a large hotel with multiple dining venues and significant banquet space. Education includes a Le Cordon Bleu Degree in Culinary Arts from the Western Culinary Institute, completed from 1998 to 2000.