Theresa Hayes

Theresa joined Taste Buds Management in 2005 as an operations manager. Operations has always been her passion and she is energized by both the employee & guest experience. Before joining Taste Buds, Theresa spent 19 years with another iconic New Orleans restaurant company where she honed her skills and became a general manager specialized in turning around troubled properties.

Theresa is a NOLA girl through and through. She is extremely passionate about hospitality, the foundation of the culture of her city and her beloved animals. In her role as Senior Area Director Theresa is dedicated to the development her staff. There is nothing that makes her happier than watching her Zea and Semolina family grow both personally & professionally.