Chef J.D. Forde
Chef Instructor, Culinary Arts
"My favorite part of teaching is seeing the excitement of the students as they learn new techniques."
About
Chef J.D. has served as an Executive Chef and works part-time with a catering company on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He worked under a semi-finalist for Best Chef Southwest chef and owner Michael Sohocki at Gwendolyn in San Antonio, Texas.
J.D. enjoys traveling and experiencing different cuisines, having spent a lot of time in Mexico with his wife and living there. He grew up in a rural farming community and has always enjoyed the process of how food gets to the table. Having worked on farms and cattle ranches, J.D. is passionate about sustainability and farm-to-table practices.
Chef J.D. is planning to complete his Certified Culinary Educator® (CCE®) credential through the American Culinary Federation (ACF). He also volunteers each year with his local high school culinary programs helping with various events.
Certifications & Affiliations
- ServSafe® Food Protection Manager
Professional EXPERIENCE
- Administrator - Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
- Lead - 32 Restaurant/IP Casino
- Executive Chef - Mosaic Restaurant
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, Mississippi State University
- Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts, Le Cordon Bleu
Special Interests
Fishing, playing guitar, swimming.
