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Misc. Essentials is pleased to introduce our Director of Culinary Events, Chef John Kerkeslager.
As Director, John will be administering our courses and the content for all classes and demo’s in the Misc. Essentials kitchen.

2006 Best Country Club Chef,
Northamton Country Club
2004 Most Improved Department
Wyndham Rose Hall
2003 Excellence in Food and Beverage
Wyndham Hotel & Resorts
1999 “Tavern on the Hill” voted
Best Restaurant by Harrisburg Magazine
1995 Executive Chef of the Year
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
1992 Silver Key and Golden Quill Honor Society
Johnson and Wales University
1989-1992 Johnson and Wales University, Providence, RI
Bachelor of Science, Food Service Management
Fellowship/Teaching Assistant Scholarship
Associate of Science, Culinary Arts, Cum Laude
1985-1998 United States Armed Forces, Carlsted, Germany
E 4 - Food Service Specialist - Honorable Discharge
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