Corporate Chefs, LLC

08/08/2025

This week was special for Dale Quest, Dacian Irving, Lorraine Brown, and Zemroy Brown as they celebrated Jamaican Independence Day at our cafe in Bar Harbor, Maine.

This close knit team shared heritage recipes for a Caribbean takeover featuring Chef Dale’s island chicken curry, jerk chicken, rice and peas, and more! Thank you for bringing the flavors and traditions of Jamaica to our guests!

08/01/2025

After 12 years with , we’re honored to celebrate the retirement of District Manager Kimberly Beal.

Kimberly has led with heart, building a tight knit team across multiple client kitchens where camaraderie flourished even when the team couldn’t be together every day. Her leadership has always been about more than operations — it’s been about people. She has a true gift for recognizing potential and helping others grow into their best selves.

Over the years, Kimberly has guided team members as they rose from cashiers to line cooks to Chef Managers, supporting each step of their journey with encouragement and mentorship. She has helped countless individuals discover their place in the food and beverage industry, whether through catering, running micromarkets, leading barista bars, or managing the “caf’s” (as our Boston leaders affectionately call them). Many of her team members credit their success and confidence to the foundation Kimberly built with them.

As she turns the page to retirement, Kimberly looks forward to time at the beach and in her garden, where she’s currently growing two kinds of eggplant, four varieties of tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and more. Just like her gardens, her career has been about planting seeds, nurturing growth, and watching her teams flourish.

Please join us in thanking Kimberly for her incredible dedication and wishing her all the best in her well-deserved next chapter. Congratulations, Kimberly!! Your legacy of leadership and empowerment will continue to inspire us.

06/04/2025

Yesterday, our Corporate Executive Chef, Joseph Fontanals, returned to his alma mater, the (CIA), not just to reminisce but to actively recruit the next generation of culinary leaders for Dining & Events at .

During the Career Fair, Joe had the opportunity to reconnect with industry colleague - the CIA’s sixth president, Michiel Bakker. President Bakker’s Vision 2035 aims to transform the CIA into a global hub for culinary, food, beverage, and hospitality education, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and leadership development.

At Elior North America, we share this vision. We’re committed to providing platforms where emerging culinary professionals can thrive, innovate, and lead. Engaging with CIA students allows us to invest in individuals poised to shape the future of the food, beverage, and hospitality.

If you’re a CIA student or alumnus eager to make an impact in the culinary world, let’s connect. Explore opportunities with us and be part of a team that’s redefining dining experiences across North America.

06/03/2025

At Corporate Chefs, we believe the best leaders bring their whole selves to the table—and Chef Justin Corrigan does just that.

From performing in a pop punk band to cooking Sunday dinners with his Italian grandmother, Justin’s path to leadership has always been fueled by creativity, connection, and a deep love for the craft. What started as a personal passion for food grew into a career where he’s now leading a massive corporate campus kitchen in Massachusetts with heart, skill, and purpose.

His story is a reminder that when we invest in people and their potential, they grow, they stay, and they’re happy! We’re proud to be a company where Chefs can build lasting careers, be themselves, and rise into roles that reflect who they are, both inside and outside the kitchen.

Read more about Justin’s journey and the team that’s become his second family:
🔗 https://corporatechefs.com/full-flavor-full-volume-the-world-of-chef-justin-corrigan/

05/30/2025

If you’re in the D.C. area, come visit us at the Department of Energy Café in the Forrestal Building. Yes, we are open to the public and just steps from the 👀

Our Food Hall style café features something for everyone. We’re focused on quality, made fresh daily, and priced with value in mind.

WeBurg Grill - Breakfast & Lunch
BeWell
Uptown Sam’s Delicatessen
Dohlio Pizza
Second & Main Hot Bar
Field Art Salad Bar

From hearty meals to lighter fare, plus a full breakfast grill, grab and go options, coffee, tea, and more—this space is a hidden gem for both DOE employees and nearby visitors.

Open to the public Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 2 PM. Affordable, approachable, and always delicious. Come by and see us. 👋

05/30/2025

We craft food that fuels, supports, and satisfies. This Moroccan-spiced plate delivers bold flavor and balanced energy to get through the workday.

How are you nourishing your team? What role does food and beverage play in your workplace culture?

05/30/2025

05/22/2025

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we’ve been popping up with BeWell Tasting Tables to help folks take a breather, grab a nourishing snack, and walk away with some feel-good wellness tips.

The fan favorite this round? Almond Coconut Date Balls. Just a few simple ingredients, no added sugar, and they still somehow taste like dessert.

Melissa Ferris, RD, was on hand to chat about all things nutrition. From fad diets to protein and supplements, these quick convos help clear up confusion and make healthy habits feel more doable.

We also got to share one of our favorite resources — Ask A Dietitian. It’s a free email service where employees can get their general wellness questions answered by a Registered Dietitian anytime.

05/22/2025

Our teams are loving this month’s Be Well recipes: Blueberry Bliss and Avocado Berry smoothies. Packed with antioxidants and full of flavor, these blends have been fueling our mornings and adding a fresh twist to our wellness routines.

A little creamy, a little tart, and totally refreshing. Who knew healthy could taste this good?

04/17/2025

We’re so excited to welcome Joel Tutton to the Elior North America family as our new Marketing Manager for . Joel brings a dynamic combination of strategic thinking and creative vision to our Dining & Events Marketing & Creative team.

With several years’ experience in insights and data analysis for growth teams at major tech companies like DocuSign, he’s excited to join Elior North America to identify marketing potential through technology, bring more stories to life, engage guests more deeply, and amplify the incredible work being done across our corporate dining accounts.

Joel has developed a strong foundation in interpreting market behaviors and translating metrics into actionable strategies. In this newly developed role, Joel will focus on supporting our Professional Dining portfolio through innovative marketing strategies and hands-on collaboration with our Operators and Chefs. His work will help drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and spotlight the exceptional individuals who define our dining experiences.

Joel is passionate about connecting with people and crafting solutions that are both meaningful and impactful. A proud graduate with a degree in Marketing and Management Information Systems, Joel has a strong background in digital communications, customer engagement, and creative development. Outside of work, Joel is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and enjoying nature. His adventurous spirit and collaborative mindset are a natural fit for a role that’s always in motion.

He is based in the Boston area and will be frequently working side-by-side with our teams to continue to bring our brands to life and to drive client and guest satisfaction.

Welcome, Joel! We’re excited to see the impact you will make at Corporate Chefs!

04/16/2025

Please join me in congratulating Sarah Hernandez-Bravo on her promotion to Resident District Manager! We’re thrilled to announce her promotion from Chef Manager at Thrive Café to Resident District Manager (RDM) of Chicago for Dining & Events Professional Dining - Corporate Chefs & Constellation Culinary Group! She already received the Chef of the Year Award in 2024, representing Dining & Events - her career with Elior North America is just beginning!

If you’ve ever had the chance to work with Sarah, you know how deeply she cares, not just about the food, but about her people, her guests, and the energy she creates within a café. At Thrive Café in Schaumburg, IL, she’s built something really special: a space that feels welcoming, inspired, and full of personality. Her menus are thoughtful, balancing hearty, nostalgic favorites with fresh, feel-good options that reflect the diversity of Chicago and the needs of today’s guests. A proud graduate of Johnson & Wales, she brings both technical expertise and genuine warmth to everything she does. She listens to her team, builds trust, and brings everyone along in the process to create menus and cafe experiences.

Sarah makes food fun, engaging, and inclusive. One of the most unique things about Sarah is her genuine love for nostalgia. From her childhood admiration of the Care Bears to her deep appreciation for comforting, familiar flavors, she brings a sense of warmth and playfulness to everything she creates. That spirit shines through in her creativity, where thoughtful touches and creative nods to the past resonate with our guests.

As RDM, Sarah will now bring that same passion and purpose to a wider group of cafés across the Chicago area. She’ll play a key role in shaping the guest experience, mentoring Chefs and Managers, and strengthening our partnerships with Clients. Her leadership will help ensure that food feels personal, teams feel empowered, and hospitality is felt at all levels.

Please join us in congratulating Sarah on this well-deserved promotion. We’re lucky to work with her, and even luckier to see her grow.

Bravo, Sarah! (see what we did there 😉​)

04/15/2025

Last Thursday night, our and teams came together to deliver an unforgettable experience for our client.

Chef Tyler Clegg, Sous Chef Larry Grey, and Todd Nussey set the tone, and alongside their talented crew, they brought an incredible energy to this celebratory event. The highlight of the night was a stunning 12-foot raw bar that immediately drew everyone in; a centerpiece that showcased the team’s craftsmanship and attention to presentation.

We’re passionate about creating memorable experiences for you and your team. Let us help make your next gathering one to remember.