New York
This city may never sleep,
but it definitely eats.
The Culinary
CAPITAL OFTHE WORLD
Undeniably the world’s cultural and gastronomic melting pot, New York is where you can travel the world without leaving your borough. It’s so much more than pizza and bagels — New Yorkers have a sophisticated palate that’s second to none.
ADVENTEROUSAUTHENTICITY
People come to New York to get the most. The most luxurious. The most authentic. The most exciting. Breakfast at an iconic diner, blisteringly spicy Thai lunch, a speakeasy happy hour, and Michelin Star sophistication for dinner. We bring your employees a true New York culinary experience with the most convenience.
NEVERCOMPROMISINGand always on the move
FOREVERCONNECTEDby roots that run deep
ALWAYSBUZZINGwith fearless sophistication
“We strive to create lasting impressions our guests will pass along to others.”
– JOHN RYAN, CHIEF CULINARY OFFICER
OUR New York TEAM
We are at your service to make sure you get nothing but the best.
Dalila
Mercado
Dalila is a catalyst for innovation and change, she is often inspired into action! Dalila boasts that she surrounds herself with the most talented people with a shared purpose to deliver exceptional hospitality and delicious fare.
Miguel
Palacios
As an Executive Chef, Miguel views food with a different lens and from a different angle. He challenges the status quo and lives by one simple rule. "Don't follow publications about trends; lead, take chances, and be the trendsetter.
Samantha
Gambino
Sam brings holistic vision to our guests, focusing on nourishing the mind, body, and soul. She expertly designs unique, all-encompassing experiences that integrate stellar food and the stories around to create memorable educational moments.
Greta
Patel
A global powerhouse leader, Greta believes that the evolution of the program, the food, and the service is daily- especially with the changing workplace. She works with her team to constantly innovate and create transformative experiences that connect guests to the spirit of the city.
John
Ryan
John sees every day as an opportunity to learn, teach, and serve. He takes great pride in creating culinary experiences that inspire and delight.
Vanessa
Misiti
Vanessa’s leadership is tailored to empowering each of her team members to create and drive the business through their passion. Understanding what drives each person is a critical piece to motivating and taking our client experiences to the next level. Success always follows!
Becky
Brewer
Understanding the importance of culture, travel, and accessibility in cooking, inspires Becky to think outside the box. Whether that means learning about how indigenous Australians forged and cultivated native ingredients, or how a condiment can transcend cultural barriers, she is feverishly curious about food cultures and customs.
James
Mehne
Chef James is dedicated to providing a lasting impression on each guest by crafting a fully immersive experience. His goal is to give each guest a unique story they can bring home and revel in.
creativePOWERHOUSE
We forge daring partnerships that push the limits of what’s possible. Exclusive relationships with like-minded partners bring the best of the city to every occasion. To get a bite of this, you’ll need a reservation.
Warner Bros. Discovery Wows Employees
High-end dining creates an unforgettable workplace experience for WBD employees.
Warner Bros. Discovery employees enjoy incredible dining services and amenities, giving them an extra reason to come to work — and to be excited about being there. Explore WDB’s wow factor dining experience here.
Give Your Team Experiences Worth Coming Into The Office For
When it comes to workplace experience, it’s more than just the physical office space.
By incorporating these seven trends into your workplace, it will not only help attract top talent but also motivate and retain your current team. Your employees will gain a greater sense of connection, social responsibility and experiences that nurture career purpose and growth.
The bottom line is that happy employees drive successful results. Learn more about these top trends and how LifeWorks can help enhance your workplace experience.
CHALLENGE
THE CONVENTIONAL
Our blog was born from knowledge, craft and passion and continues for creativity and positive change.
New Culinary Training
Earn Your Stripes is a four-module certification program offering our team mentored training with our Executive Chefs. Furthering education for team members is an important way we grow from within, and by teaching important culinary fundamentals through hands-on training, our goal is to turn cooks into chefs.
FOOD IS OUR LIFEFORCE
In today’s ever-changing workplace, companies need solutions that can boost the employee experience and demonstrate the culinary trends relevant in the marketplace.
In THIS trends report, LifeWorks shares insights around Wellbeing, Comfort, Flavor Diversity, and Sustainable Influence related to food in the workplace.
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Twin Bee Coffee and Soul Good Kitchen celebrating Black History Month at Capital One! These fantastic businesses were highlighted for employees and to bring awareness to Black-Owned business partners.
Plano Cafe has fresh and outstanding catering options for any occasion. With a colorful array of options, everyone will be sure to have a delicious meal!
Chef James has been tasked with culinary development, menu ideation, and innovation. Prior to joining LifeWorks, James spent 14 years with Aramark Sports & Entertainment. James was Executive Chef for Aramark at U.S. Bank Stadium and oversaw all culinary operations, including private clubs, luxury suites and catering, as well as general concessions. Mehne leads a team of six chefs and more than 80 cooks and stewards in training, production, cooking, food safety and sanitation. Chef James’ biggest task, and one of his biggest career highlights was the successful execution of Super Bowl LII
The world is full of possibilities with colorful and bright catering options available through LifeWorks.
Chef Eddie throwing down some delicious grain bowls at Greenhouse, Pacific Arts Plaza. Open to the public, stop by and try some of the freshest ingredients in town!
At Cafe 6 Chef David was carving up delicious and fresh meals!
At the age of 15, Eddie kicked off his culinary adventure in kitchens. By 17, he was already a culinary prodigy, clinching victories in various cooking competitions. A scholarship led him to the prestigious California Culinary Academy, where he graduated in 2001.
Eddie`s culinary journey unfolded across restaurants, hotels, and private clubs in the Bay Area and central California, earning accolades from award-winning chefs. For the past 19 years, he`s been a stalwart at Aramark, showcasing his culinary expertise in Lifeworks accounts nationwide. In the last decade, Eddie`s been the CEO`s Chef at Cisco Systems, climbing the culinary ranks to become the National Chef for Cisco and the Culinary Director for Lifeworks.
Eddie`s not just a chef; he`s a culinary trailblazer. Leading the Lifeworks brand, he collaborates with chefs to bring the Lifeworks experience to life. Eddie`s dishes aren`t just meals; they`re a culinary journey that resonates across the nation.
The Meadow is the best place to be on Thursdays for smash burgers! Delicious and fresh ingredients make for an outstanding American classic.
Special guest Robert Irvine talks to the community @lifeworks_walmarthq about the importance of using fresh ingredients. Buying peppercorns and grinding yourself goes a long way in transforming a meal. As part of our commitment to educational culinary content, we will continue to host live cooking demonstrations at Walmart.
To celebrate Employee Appreciation Day, Education First partied like it was 2099! Specialty cocktails and sweets of all kinds were enjoyed throughout the event to recognize all employees for their hard work!
