What is your position in the coffee industry?

industry professional, consultant, supplier

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Farmingdale, NY

How many years have you been in the industry?

20

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

I have designed and built many cafes and coffe shops in the NY area and would like to offer my services to the members of the Barista Exchange

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

all

About Me:

Brad LaBel is a graduate of the world-renowned Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park , New York where he earned an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts as well as a Bachelors Degree in Culinary Arts Management. Brad entered the food service industry in 1988 developing expertise in the areas of inventory control, sales and purchasing. He worked as a chef for several years including Lundy’s Famous Seafood House and at the US Air Force Base in Germany. Working as a chef Brad realized that his food service background could benefit other industry professionals. Brad returned to this industry in 1998 as a project manager and design consultant for professional kitchen development. Brad’s areas of expertise include restaurants, corporate cafeterias hotel/catering kitchens, gourmet grocery and school cafeterias. As the Equipment/Design Speciaist at Elite Foodservice Equipment & Design, Brad continues his pursuit of excellence as he is responsible for developing your new foodservice projects from start to finish. He looks forward to working with you to provide all your food service needs.

About My Company:

Elite Foodservice Equipment Co., Inc. stands alone in the food service equipment industry. What sets us apart is that we truly are an equipment company. We have built an infrastructure of equipment specialists ranging from experienced sales staff to expert equipment planners, specifiers and installers.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

Designing new concepts and stores

Website:

http://www.elitefse.com/