JUSTIN HOFFMAN

Chef Justin Hoffman is a 15 year SMSD North alumni and former student of the Broadmoor Bistro. Through his efforts in the program, he garnered a number of scholarships and accolades through the Culinary Institute of America. Upon graduation, Chef Justin has acquired over 20 years experience within industry and education, as a member of the ACF.

KIRSTEN MONTGOMERY

kiRSTENMONTGOMERY@smsd.org

Chef Kirsten Montgomery is a baking and pastry graduate from The Art Institute International - Kansas City with nine years post graduate baking experience.  Kirsten started her career as a baking assistant. She has worked in hotel banqueting and as the Pastry Chef at a farm to table restaurant.  Kirsten was the Head Baker/Pastry chef for a French bakery before joining the Culinary Signature Program team. 

STEVE VENNE 

STEPHANVENNE@SMSD.ORG

Chef Steve Venne has over 20 years of experience in professional kitchens, working up the ranks to Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director while gaining experience in hotels, conference centers, country clubs, and resorts in several states and the Caribbean. The last 13 years have been spent as a Culinary Educator, sharing those experiences with the next generations of hospitality industry professionals.