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Ashley Banning

LA

Summary

Culinary professional with over a decade of experience across high-pressure service, event production, and culinary education. Grounded in a process-driven approach to cooking that emphasizes attention, restraint, and consistency. Drawn to kitchens that value seasonality, discipline, and a strong connection to ingredients and place.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Mentor

American Pavilion, Cannes Film Festival
France
  • Seasonal, 10 years
  • Contributed to high-end culinary events serving international guests in high-pressure environments
  • Maintained consistency and precision across demanding service periods
  • Supported and mentored culinary students in real-time service environments
  • Developed strong adaptability and composure under pressure

Culinary Special Events Coordinator

Ricardo’s Steak & Seafood
Lacey, WA
  • Planned and executed events from concept through service
  • Coordinated BOH and FOH operations to ensure seamless execution
  • Maintained high standards of organization and guest experience

Culinary Liaison

SiriusXM
Black Rock, NV
  • Supported kitchen operations during large-scale productions
  • Maintained performance and consistency under pressure

Culinary Instructor

Northwest Culinary Institute
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Taught foundational techniques, kitchen workflow, and professional standards
  • Guided students to think critically about process, not just execution
  • Reinforced discipline, organization, and accountability in a structured kitchen environment

Education

PCAC Program -

Culinary Institute of Barcelona
01.2026

Culinary Arts Program - undefined

Northwest Culinary Institute
01.2012

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Empathetic approach
  • Menu development
  • Inventory management
  • Guest management
  • Mediation skills
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration

Timeline

Culinary Instructor

Northwest Culinary Institute
01.2023 - 01.2025

Culinary Mentor

American Pavilion, Cannes Film Festival

Culinary Special Events Coordinator

Ricardo’s Steak & Seafood

Culinary Liaison

SiriusXM

Culinary Arts Program - undefined

Northwest Culinary Institute

PCAC Program -

Culinary Institute of Barcelona
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