Chad Bowes

Chad Bowes is an Executive Sous Chef at Vail Resorts, where they currently oversee culinary operations. With fourteen years of experience in the Seattle restaurant industry, Chad has held various roles including Executive Sous Chef at The Parlor Ultra Lounge and Chef at organizations like Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen. Their background also includes serving as a US Coast Guard Boarding Team Member and Subsistence Specialist, demonstrating leadership by managing a team aboard a cutter. Educated at the New York Military Academy, Chad has cultivated extensive knowledge in menu planning, procurement, and community engagement throughout their career.