Jon Diniz Fine Foods is absolutely thrilled to introduce Personality Chef JP Challet to the team.
Having recently published his second cookbook, JP has been instrumental in building Toronto’s reputation for the past 30 years as a world class destination for fine dining. He continues to receive accolades as one of Toronto’s most relevant and beloved chefs.
His head chef experience includes Auberge Du Pommier, Founders Club in Skydome, Windsor Arms, The Fifth, and his own Bouchon and Ici Bistro.
JP studied Culinary Arts at the respected Ecole Hoteliere in Nice, south France. He has also earned the stripe of sommelier. A disciple of classic French cuisine, JP's palette is colourful, captivating, fresh, delicious and clean.
JP Challet allows Jon Diniz Fine Foods to expand into fine dining cuisine yet maintaining a fun, relaxed and enjoyable evening.
With JP's expertise we now offer:
Jon's experience spans several decades in the hospitality industry. He studied Hospitality Management at Ryerson Polytechnical Institute and embarked on a exciting career that has included managing the successful opening of a chain of Irish Pubs, managing private boxes at the Skydome, managing the Hyatt Regency's outdoor café, and he was recruited to travel across Canada to improve the operations of a Steakhouse chain.
In addition, Jon has a longstanding relationship with the Druxy's Deli chain. He was recruited to work with 17 franchisees focusing on compliance, profitability, leadership, and inspiring the Druxy's team to perform at their optimum. Jon's leadership resulted in expanding the franchises from 17 stores to over 50 locations. Jon's ability to implement a system of efficiency also resulted in Druxy's successful expansion into the hospital network.
Following the success of Jon's leadership in hospitality, he pursued his passion of franchise recruitment and special event catering.
Jon is known for his warmth, sense of humour and incredible listening and communication skills. His calm demeanor, industry wisdom, integrity, and commitment to excellence has resulted in numerous career highlights and professional relationships.