AMAIYA GRAHAM
The Bronx
Summary
Culinary professional with experience in fine dining, private dining, and food media. Selected as a Food Network Culinary Fellow, with a background in high-volume kitchens and collaborative production environments. Skilled in execution, organization, and translating food concepts across services and media.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract / Project-Based
Freelance Chef
New York
01.2022 - Current
- Designed and executed private dining experiences and catered events, from menu development through service.
- Managed sourcing, prep schedules, execution, and food safety for off-site events.
- Adapted menus and service styles to client needs while maintaining high culinary standards.
Culinary & Production Team Member
Chewed Up Podcast
Newark
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Supported culinary preparation and food styling for recorded podcast content.
- Collaborated with production and creative teams to execute food-centered segments.
- Assisted with concept execution and behind-the-scenes culinary logistics for media production.
Line Cook
Wayan
New York
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Executed high-volume service with precision and consistency in a fast-paced fine-dining kitchen.
- Maintained organization and quality control during peak service periods.
- Followed detailed recipes and plating standards to ensure consistency across service.
Junior Sous Chef
Out East (Wayan x Ma.de Summer Pop-Up)
Easthampton
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the successful launch and operation of a seasonal pop-up restaurant.
- Trained and supervised junior cooks on hot line execution, prep standards, and kitchen workflow.
- Collaborated with senior chefs to uphold quality, timing, and team efficiency.
Home Health Aide
Recco Home Health Care
Bronx
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Provided compassionate client care, including meal preparation aligned with dietary requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation and adhered to HIPAA compliance.
- Monitored clients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
Education
Fellowship - Culinary Arts
Food Network
New York, NY04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY08-2023
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Event management
- Kitchen workflow
- Culinary logistics
- Customer service
- Training and mentoring
Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, National Restaurant Association, 07/01/27
Timeline
Culinary & Production Team Member
Chewed Up Podcast
09.2025 - 12.2025
Junior Sous Chef
Out East (Wayan x Ma.de Summer Pop-Up)
04.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Wayan
09.2023 - 09.2024
Contract / Project-Based
Freelance Chef
01.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Recco Home Health Care
10.2021 - 04.2024
Fellowship - Culinary Arts
Food Network
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America