Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards and Acheivements
Bio
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Lia Fallon

Lia Fallon

Palm Beach Gardens,FL

Summary

My Objective is to make an impact, set culinary trends, and make my clients happy. I Love to learn and grow every day in all aspects of my field.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Chef

Private Residence
05.2016 - Current
  • I Work closely with my clients regarding their nutritional goals and implement meal plans accordingly.
  • Adapt quickly to last-minute changes in menu requests or guest counts without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Prepare high-quality meals for diverse palates, emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and safety protocols.
  • Demonstrate versatility by preparing various exotic cuisines from all over the world.
  • Creative and artistic plating


Personal Chef

Private Clients Developed Through the Years
05.2015 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients to design and execute memorable special events, including weddings, birthday parties, and corporate functions.
  • Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
  • Professional and discreet

Chef/ Catering Consultant

MME Productions
01.2014 - 01.2018

Worked as an independent contractor for a private production company, Insuring the highest quality for their top clientele.

Executive Chef/ Owner

Lia Fallon ltd. / tRP OffSite
09.2008 - 09.2014

Specializing in catering events off premise

Executive Chef/ Consultant/ Catering Director

Jedediah Hawkins Inn
01.2012 - 06.2014
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Highest reviews from NY Times and Newsday
  • Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh local ingredients, supporting sustainable agriculture practices within the community.
  • Executed high end events and weddings.

Executive Chef/ Owner

Amarelle
05.2008 - 01.2013

Opened my own first fine dinning restaurant.

I executed the highest standards in FOH and BOH operations. Menu changed every week.

Amarelle was named North Fork Culinary Gem from the James Beard Foundation as well as the New York Times.

Consultant/ Executive Chef/ Director of Catering

Bistro 72/ Hotel Indigo East End
08.2011 - 08.2012

Operated the food and beverage department in the brand newly renovated Hotel Indigo.

I ran this and Amarelle at the same time, demonstrated flawless execution of both establishments.

Chef/ food and prop stylist/ set assistant

Solovision Studios
03.2005 - 08.2011

Worked on TV commercials and editorial adds. for multiple food companies. Unilever, Hurst, McCormick, Food Network, ect...

Ordering, food preparation and styling for a perfect presentation.

Worked as a liaison between the kitchen and production companies.

Day Spa Owner

Shades of Color
06.1988 - 11.2009
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized spa treatments and exceptional customer service.
  • Developed a loyal clientele through consistent high-quality services and attentive care.
  • Collaborated with product vendors to secure high-quality supplies at cost-effective rates, improving overall profit margins.
  • Trained new employees on industry best practices, fostering a positive work environment with a knowledgeable team.

Chef in Food Network Kitchens

Food Network
03.2004 - 01.2009

Food stylist/ Recipe Development/ Test Kitchen/ Production/ Culinary Director

Head Culinary Instructor/ Recipe Developer/ Catering

Loaves and Fishes Cooking School
01.2006 - 01.2008

Culinary Instructor

Viking Cooking School
01.2006 - 01.2008

Teacher of adult recreational cooking classes

Education

Full Culinary Degree

Culinary Academy of Long Island
Syosset, NY
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Suffolk Community College
Selden, NY
05-1989

Skills

  • Kitchen Organization
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Food presentation
  • Ingredient Sourcing
  • Recipe Development
  • Allergy awareness
  • Menu Planning
  • Food photography
  • Wine pairing
  • Customized Meal Plans

Awards and Acheivements

  • Kitchen Inferno, host, Curtis Stone- Food Network Productions, competitor 12/01/14
  • Newsday, named top 10 LI Chefs 2014
  • NYS Grilling Competition, first place winner 08/01/13
  • California Fig Advisory Board, recipe developer 06/01/07
  • McCormick Spices, recipe developer, educator 09/01/13
  • Cooking Cottage, educator 09/01/13
  • James Beard House, preformed and named North Fork Culinary Gem 03/01/12
  • The Hampton's and Long Island Cookbook, editorial food stylist, featured chef 09/01/11

Bio

With an imaginative approach and unique culinary perspective, Executive Chef Lia Fallon combines simple, fresh ingredients to create innovative New American cuisine. She evokes food to perform and achieve beyond ordinary expectations. Lia’s passion for all things culinary extends to her role as educator for McCormick Spice Company and the California Fig Advisory Board, cooking demonstrations at farm stands and farmers’ markets, and participation in numerous charitable events. Her talent and creativity are evident on the page of a best-selling cookbook, at a plated event for two hundred, while preparing critically acclaimed restaurant menus, or consulting to come up with the next new dining trend for young entrepreneurs. Lia was exposed to both farming and the food/hospitality business at a young age. She became a business owner in the beauty industry just out of high school and was highly successful for 21 years. Lia went on to blaze her own trail as a chef, food stylist and restaurateur. After earning a culinary arts degree, she worked in television production as a food stylist for The Food Network. Collaborating with masters such as Emeril Lagasse and Bobby Flay, Lia discovered a new level of appreciation for areas beyond food styling. Through the years, her repertoire expanded to include recipe development, cooking instruction, and catering. Lia was executive chef and owner of Amarelle in Wading River and also developed a thriving consulting and catering business. Called a “North Fork culinary gem” by James Beard House, she has been lauded by critics and customers alike, and Lia's passion for food is evident in the creative spark she brings to the culinary field each day.

Timeline

Private Chef

Private Residence
05.2016 - Current

Personal Chef

Private Clients Developed Through the Years
05.2015 - Current

Chef/ Catering Consultant

MME Productions
01.2014 - 01.2018

Executive Chef/ Consultant/ Catering Director

Jedediah Hawkins Inn
01.2012 - 06.2014

Consultant/ Executive Chef/ Director of Catering

Bistro 72/ Hotel Indigo East End
08.2011 - 08.2012

Executive Chef/ Owner

Lia Fallon ltd. / tRP OffSite
09.2008 - 09.2014

Executive Chef/ Owner

Amarelle
05.2008 - 01.2013

Head Culinary Instructor/ Recipe Developer/ Catering

Loaves and Fishes Cooking School
01.2006 - 01.2008

Culinary Instructor

Viking Cooking School
01.2006 - 01.2008

Chef/ food and prop stylist/ set assistant

Solovision Studios
03.2005 - 08.2011

Chef in Food Network Kitchens

Food Network
03.2004 - 01.2009

Day Spa Owner

Shades of Color
06.1988 - 11.2009

Full Culinary Degree

Culinary Academy of Long Island

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Suffolk Community College
Lia Fallon