She obtained her B.S. in Culinary Arts from MUW and has since worked in many areas of the culinary and hospitality world including Walt Disney World Resort. Chef Jess holds a M.S. in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Auburn University. During her time at MUW she has been selected to serve as the ProStart Coordinator and works very closely with multiple states across the southeast to promote ProStart (a national high school culinary program and curriculum) in secondary education settings and works to promote post-secondary culinary education. This work has created an opportunity for Jessica to judge multiple culinary competitions across the country. She also works very closely with the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation to pursue growth and change on the national ProStart level.