Marc Jacobs
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Executive Partner and Divisional President- 26 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Souplife
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The Entrepreneurial spirit of the company, the opportunity to work with the best food and drink, and our culture of caring for both the employee and guest.
Kevin Trojanowski
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Partner – 12 Years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Stir-Fry
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Never the same, food always evolves, and there is always something new to try! It’s always fast pace and high energy.
John Chiakulas
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Executive Chef Partner – 35 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Salad
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Working with so many great people who are dedicated to taking care of our guests. I love food and people, so my job is the best!
Yasmin Gutierrez
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Partner and Executive Pastry Chef – 12 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Dessert
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
There is lots of opportunity to grow. I also love working with my staff by teaching them, and helping them reach their goals.
Efrain Betancourt
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Sous Chef – 18 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
My favorite kitchen at Foodlife is the Barbecue kitchen.
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
I like the atmosphere and how we care about the customers. I also like working in the kitchen because we always look for the best and most fresh ingredients.
Jesus Ruiz
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Kitchen Manager- 13 years working at LEYE.
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Stir-Fry Kitchen. Build your own stir fry… can’t get better then that!
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The opportunities that LEYE gives to grow within the company is something to be valued. Also the teaching aspect is something that really draws me in to management
Mandy Gumprecht
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
General Manager – 3 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
I can’t choose! I eat at all of them regularly. However, our pastry team kills it in the dessert department!
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Obviously, the food! Also, the commitment & caring that LEYE has to its people.
Michael Fetters
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Manager – 3 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Juice Bar
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
My favorite part of the job is the adrenaline rush you get from managing a packed dining room!
Claire Wilson
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Manager – 1.5 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
My favorite kitchen at Foodlife is definitely Stir-Fry.
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
My favorite part of working at LEYE is getting to work with some amazing mentors and colleagues.
Madelyn Hayes-DeLuca
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Manager – 6 months at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
All of them! But mainly Pizza.
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
My favorite part about working for LEYE is the people! There is something to learn from everyone and they all make everyday fun!
Cara Yaffe
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Divisional Marketing and PR Manager – 3 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Pizza (best deep dish of all time) Desserts (I dare you to find a better crepe!) Salad – nothing beats a packed turkey wrap!
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
I love the culture at LEYE, and everything that comes along with it! The people, the food, and the guests!
Mary Wallenius
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Office Manager – 1.5 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
I love coffee and have a huge sweet tooth, so a combo of Sacred Grounds and Dessert for sure!
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
My favorite thing about LEYE is working on a team that cares about my success and happiness as much as I care about theirs.
Ana Gonzalez
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Parties and Catering Manager – 17 years at LEYE
What's your favorite kitchen at Foodlife?
Big Bowl Express
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The people & the food!