The Executive Chef of The Patterson Club, alongside apprentice Jack Wagner of Brentwood Country Club, took home the title at the 2025 Chef to Chef Conference.
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Isabelle Gustafson, Senior Editor, Club + Resort Chef
Isabelle Gustafson is an award-winning editor and writer with a Bachelor of Journalism from the Missouri School of Journalism—a focus in magazine editing, minors in Spanish and psychology and a Certificate in Multicultural Studies. She studied in Spain, received her TEFL Certification in Peru and taught English in South Korea. She’s also a member of the International Foodservice Editorial Council (IFEC) and the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE). In 2023, she was granted ASBPE's Young Leader Scholarship. You can connect with Isabelle on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, or email her at [email protected].
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Trae Shriner
“Soak up as much wisdom and knowledge from your chefs and fellow coworkers as you can.”
Jacob Seagrave
“It’s humbling to be recognized as a member of this community, and I intend to pay it forward.”
Aaron Ruble
“Put in the work, put in the hours, and never stop being a student. Master your craft one dish at a time.”
Steve Penrod
“Keep learning, keep improving, keep teaching, and most importantly, keep creating memories.”
Brandon Parrill
“This is not an industry you can just exist in—you must push yourself and the boundaries to improve.”
Zach Jones
“Be the leader and chef you want to be now. Be it before you even get the title. And lead by example.”
Angel Herrera
“Respect the hierarchy, come prepared, and show up early. Find mentors and inspiration daily.”
Noel Frazier
“Be consistent and always open to learning. Most importantly, keep the passion and motivation.”
Hannah Flora
“Clubs grant the freedom to develop your skills while supporting your future dreams.”