Chef Heather Swan flourishes when creativity – plus teaching and inspiring others – is on the table. These strengths help Chef Heather excel in collaborating with K-12 foodservice operators to create regulation-ready and on-trend food for students.
Just before joining General Mills Foodservice in 2023, Chef Heather worked in a large Minnesota school district to create recipes and train staff. Past roles have included executive chef and general manager for resorts, fine dining restaurants, and a wood-fired Neapolitan pizzeria. With additional experience in senior-care dining, Chef Heather can expertly develop recipes for all ages and dietary needs.
Always up for a challenge, Chef Heather worked with Certified Master Chef Hartmut Handke to compete in The Bocuse D’Or, a worldwide cooking competition.
Chef Heather has an associate degree in culinary arts from the Culinary Institute of America.
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