Ep 38 - I never had a plan but I was always guided by what was curious to me with Jon Check

Ep 38 - I never had a plan but I was always guided by what was curious to me with Jon Check

Jon is down to earth and the realest - there's no BS here. He is true to himself and it shows in his leadership. Jon took the paths unknown in his career knowing that trusting his curiosity and gut would always lead him to his next role. To no surprise, trust is deeply rooted in the foundation of his leadership style and voice. Jon shares with us his career path and how he builds trust with his teams. 

About Jon

Jon Check is Head of Culinary and Operations at INDAY, a fine-casual restaurant company rooted in Indian cuisine and philosophy. 

Prior to joining INDAY, Jon was Director of Culinary Operations for Dig, Where he led the menu team and the Research and Development Department. Jon has cooked in some of New York City's most beloved and interesting restaurants, including Savoy, Gramercy Tavern, Vinegar Hill House and Buttermilk Channel, where he was Head Chef. He holds a B.A. in Creative Nonfiction Writing and African Studies from the University of Pittsburgh, a diploma from the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City and an MBA from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College. 

Jon is also a life-long musician who has independently released 4 albums of original music. 

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