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Host and Chef Michael Matarazzo interviews Chefs, industry professionals, and mental health experts to bring light to the inner workings of professional kitchens and the Chefs who run them.
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Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Lindsey Ofcacek is both a co-founder and the director for The LEE Initiative, which
launched in late 2017 and has a mission of addressing issues of diversity and equality in
the restaurant industry. Since launching The LEE Initiative, Ofcacek has created several
programs under its umbrella, including Women Chefs of KY; Restaurant Workers Relief
Program; Restaurant Reboot Relief Program; Regrow; and McAtee Community Kitchen.
Prior to starting The LEE Initiative, Ofcacek worked with Chef Edward Lee at 610 Magnolia
as the general manager and wine director. Ofcacek has worked in almost every part of the
food business, from farming and distribution to cooking and managing. Prior to joining the
team at 610 Magnolia, Ofcacek helped open Decca, working as the front of house manager
and then events manager. She has devoted years of tireless work in the local food
community. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two
sons, listening to records, and hosting dinner parties inspired by Martha Stewart.
Lee Initiative Website
Lee Initiative Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/leeinitiative
Edward Lee Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/chefedwardlee
Kitchen Brain Podcast Website
Kitchen Brain Podcast Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kitchenbrain_podcast
Mike Matarazzo Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/matarazzom1
Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website
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