Grace Dover Hoffman
About Grace Dover Hoffman
Grace Dover Hoffman is the Senior Procurement Manager at Little Spoon, with a background in culinary arts and strategic sourcing in the food-tech industry.
Current Role at Little Spoon
Grace Dover Hoffman currently holds the position of Senior Procurement Manager at Little Spoon. She has been with the company in this role since 2022. In her capacity, she is responsible for strategic sourcing and logistics, contributing significantly to the company's supply chain operations. Her role emphasizes the implementation of sustainable and transparent supply chain practices.
Previous Roles at Little Spoon
Before her current position, Grace Dover Hoffman served in multiple roles at Little Spoon. She was the Senior Operations Manager from 2021 to 2022 and the Operations and Production Manager from 2020 to 2021. Her diverse experiences at Little Spoon have equipped her with a robust understanding of the operations and production aspects of the food-tech industry, demonstrating her versatility and leadership within the company.
Experience at Thistle
Grace Dover Hoffman worked as the Purchasing and Inventory Manager at Thistle from 2018 to 2020. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she honed her skills in strategic sourcing and logistics within this fast-paced environment. Her role at Thistle further solidified her capabilities in managing supplies and inventory, crucial for maintaining operational efficiencies in the food-tech industry.
Culinary Background and Early Career
Grace Dover Hoffman's early career is rooted in the culinary field. She worked as a Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef at Octavia from 2015 to 2018, and as a Line Cook at Range from 2014 to 2015 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, she gained experience as a Line Cook at Blue Hill in New York City from 2013 to 2014. This background in highly-regarded kitchens, including Michelin-rated restaurants, laid the foundation for her expertise in operations and production management.
Educational Background
Grace Dover Hoffman holds a Bachelor of Arts in History, with a minor in French, from Boston University. She completed her undergraduate studies from 2008 to 2012. Her academic background, combined with her diverse professional experiences, equips her with a multifaceted perspective on strategic sourcing, logistics, and operations management in the culinary and food-tech sectors.