John Hayden

John Hayden is an accomplished culinary and sales professional with extensive experience in the food service industry. Currently serving as a Regional Contract Manager and previously as a Key Account Manager at Sysco since May 2022, John has also held the position of Regional Accounts Manager at Sodexo since December 2020. Prior roles include Area Manager and National Account Sales Executive for Performance Food Group, and District Sales Manager at Derstine's Inc. John’s earlier career features significant roles such as Executive Chef at Sodexo and Corporate Chef/Partner at Copabanana/Cafe NOLA, where responsibilities included budgeting, menu development, and team training. Educated at the Academy of Culinary Arts and Ocean County College, John is also a certified foodservice executive and has experience as a culinary instructor at JNA Institute of Culinary Arts.