05/05/2026
Meet Kai, our Sous Chef at Heritage.
She loves working in Heritage’s open kitchen, where she can interact directly with guests and be part of their experience. One of her favorite memories is when a couple came in for a birthday celebration, took a photo with the entire kitchen team, and returned exactly a year later remembering her. Moments like that are what make it all worth it to Kai.
Kai graduated valedictorian from the Culinary Institute of America and joined Heritage in March 2024 as a line cook. By January 2025, she had already worked her way up to Jr. Sous. With 5.5+ years of experience, she brings both skill and intention to everything she does.
Outside the kitchen, she’s a big Lakers fan. Days off mean games and snacks. She’s also into photography and hoping to get back into it soon.