Mission
RESTAURANTS
WE LOVE
TO YOUR HEALTH
Team
Marc Jacobs
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Executive Partner and Divisional President
What is your favorite item in the market?
Black Lentil Salad
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The entrepreneurial spirit of the company, the opportunity to work with the best food and drink, and our culture of caring for both the employee and guest.
Kevin Trojanowski
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Partner – 12 Years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Mexican Torta
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Never the same, food always evolves, and there is always something new to try! It’s always fast pace and high energy.
Janet Kirker
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Partner and Executive Chef – 5 Years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Black Lentil Salad and Green Curry With Tofu
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The concept of team really exists here. One is never alone in solving problems, overcoming issues, or sharing in success. I am so fortunate to be part of such a lively and giving team and feel extremely supported.
John Chiakulas
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Executive Chef Partner – 35 years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Blue Pig & Fig Sandwich
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Working with so many great people who are dedicated to taking care of our guests. I love food and people, so my job is the best!
Yasmin Gutierrez
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Partner & Executive Pastry Chef – 12 Years
What is your favorite item in the market?
Chocolate Closet
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
There is lots of opportunity to grow. I also love working with my staff by teaching them, and helping them reach their goals.
Pedro Leon
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Kitchen Manager – 14 Years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Superfood Salad
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Meeting a lot of people and working with a great, and friendly team!
Jesus Mendiola
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Manager – 14 Years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Superfood Salad & Pinot Noir Wine
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Interacting with different types of people.
Cara Yaffe
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Director of Marketing & Communications – 4 years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Spelt Salad with Balsamic Cherries
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
I love the culture at LEYE, and everything that comes along with it! The people, the food, and the guests!
Ana Gonzalez
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Parties and Catering Manager – 17 years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Chicken Tortilla Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
The people & the food!
Esmeralda Torres
What is your title, and how long have you been with LEYE?
Office Assistant – 17 years at LEYE
What is your favorite item in the market?
Eggplant & Green Curry Tofu
Favorite part of working at LEYE?
Working with the employees
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At Lettuce Entertain You, it's our top priority to provide every guest and employee with the best possible care. As part of our ongoing effort to slow the community transmission of COVID-19, LEYE will temporarily close all of its locations for dine-in guests in Illinois, California, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington D.C. effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, until we are permitted to re-open by the applicable government authority. Our locations are open to provide delivery and carryout options.
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