Thomas Leo
About Thomas Leo
Thomas Leo is a Corporate Executive Chef with over 15 years of experience in the culinary field. He has worked at various establishments, including Rosebud Restaurants and Chef by Request, and has been with Grecian Delight Foods since 2012.
Current Role at Grecian Delight Foods
Thomas Leo serves as the Corporate Executive Chef at Grecian Delight Foods, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he oversees culinary operations and menu development, ensuring the quality and authenticity of the food products offered by the company. His extensive experience in the culinary field contributes to the innovation and efficiency of the kitchen team in Elk Grove Village, IL.
Previous Experience at Rosebud Restaurants, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Thomas Leo worked as the Executive Chef at Rosebud Restaurants, Inc. from 2009 to 2012. During his three years in the Greater Chicago Area, he was responsible for managing kitchen operations, developing menus, and maintaining food quality standards across multiple restaurant locations.
Culinary Education and Training
Thomas Leo has a robust educational background in culinary arts. He studied at Kendall College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Additionally, he completed culinary training at the College of DuPage, achieving an Associate of Arts. His education also includes studies at Westmont and the US Navy, where he focused on Culinary Arts/Chef Training.
Experience at Chef by Request
Before his tenure at Rosebud Restaurants, Inc., Thomas Leo worked as the Executive Sous Chef at Chef by Request from 2005 to 2009. In this role, he contributed to the culinary team for four years in the Greater Chicago Area, where he was involved in food preparation and menu planning.