Melissa Trimmer is the Corporate Executive Chef at Dawn Foods. 

She is also an ACF Certified Executive Pastry Chef, and holds the honor of being the 2016 Cutting Edge Award recipient. Melissa has received critical acclaim leading the pastry department of two institutions that received the Bib Gourmand rating from the Chicago Michelin Guides Inaugural Edition in 2010. With over 25 years experience as a culinary professional and being one of the few women in her field, Melissa advocates for individuals to craft their own career.

Listen as we chat with Melissa about her journey as an executive pastry chef, advice for building a fulfilling career, diversity, and the many ways she supports women in the kitchen.