Cheese Chef John

John’s Love For Cheese
Engulfs His Life

With over 35 years in the
foodservice industry, the last
19 as an independent consultant,
John has represented cheese
manufacturers and dairy industry
companies in promoting the
fine qualities of all things cheese
on national and international levels.

John’s chef background and extensive
restaurant experience give him a
keen understanding of the inner
workings of the foodservice industry.
John has presented cheeses, cooking
techniques and recipe ideas to major
restaurant chains as well as individual
high-end chefs around the globe.

John is based in Madison, Wisconsin, and has criss-crossed the country and the globe in his pursuit of bringing the joys of cheese to the entire world.

John has served as a chef consultant to the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board for nearly two decades, and through this work, he has developed strong relationships with cheesemakers and cheese manufacturers throughout Wisconsin. 

Other clients, including the United States Dairy Export Council (USDEC), have utilized John's experience and skills to educate chefs internationally as well as in the States.

John has developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of the cheese business and can communicate well with all facets of the industry, from retail and foodservice professionals to salespeople, distributors and manufacturers.

He has managed and organized large-scale events and trade show booths, some for over a decade, at such venues as:

• Pizza Expo Las Vegas
• International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association (IDDBA)
• National Restaurant Association Show (NRA)
• World Dairy Expo
• South Beach Food & Wine Show
• Regional and National American Culinary Federation (ACF) Shows
• American Cheese Society Annual Conference
• and many others!

John offers a wide array of services. Click one of the following links for more information:

• Wine/Beer & Cheese Receptions
• Chef Education/Demonstrations
• Trade Show Planning and Management
• Event Planning and Management
• Recipe Testing and Development
• Food Styling

 Contact John today to discuss your upcoming projects!