Leslie Desousa

Leslie Desousa is a seasoned culinary professional with extensive experience, currently serving as a Chef Consultant since May 2023 and as Head Chef at The New World Trading Company since January 2022. Previous roles include Head Chef at Bath Las Iguanas and Las Iguanas, showcasing a strong track record of leadership and innovation in the kitchen. With a career beginning in 2000 as a Kitchen Assistant, Desousa has progressed through various positions, including Chef de Partie on a Celebrity cruise liner and Senior Sous Chef at Las Iguanas. A background in creating new menus, staff recruitment and training, and cost management has been complemented by formal education, holding diplomas in Food Production and Culinary Arts.