Chef Krystal Dandie
Chef Instructor, Culinary Arts, General Education
"I truly enjoy cooking. Everything about making something out of nothing really intrigues me."
About
Chef Krystal has been a Lead Cook, Lead Garde-Manger, General Manager, and Corporate Trainer at establishments across Maryland and Georgia. She’s been featured in Voyage ATL Magazine.
Having been born in Japan, she feels connected to Asian food and culture. At an early age, she was tasked with preparing dinners for the family. When she was old enough, she enrolled in the culinary arts program through her high school. From there, her passion grew.
Krystal is also passionate about plant-based cuisine. In her spare time she owns and operates Crafty Keks, a T-shirt & branding company in Atlanta.
Meet Chef Krystal Dandie
Certifications & Affiliations
- ServSafe® Instructor & Examination Proctor
- ServSafe® Food Protection Manager
- ServSafe® Allergens
- ServSafe® Food Handler
- ServSafe® Alcohol
Professional EXPERIENCE
- Lead Cook - Wegmans Food Market, Lanham, MD
- Assistant Manager - Noodles & Co, College Park, MD
- Lead Garde-Manger - Vermillion, Alexandria, VA
- Kitchen Manger, Assistant Manager, General Manager - Au Bon Pain, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, GA
- General Manager & Corporate Trainer - The Juicy Crab Conyers, GA
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts & Food Service Management, Johnson & Wales University
- Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts, Johnson & Wales University
Special Interests
Crafting, gardening and Lego builds are meaningful hobbies of Chef Krystal.
