Unique Experiences
Chef for a Day at the White Oak Tavern
- Item Number
- 132
- Estimated Value
- 200 USD
- Sold
- 200 USD to Live Event Bidder
Item Description
Learn what it’s like to be a Chef in the Big City. Work under the direction of Executive Chef Tom Van Lente from White Oak Tavern & Inn.
As the chef de cuisine for One Off Hospitality’s Big Star, Tom Van Lente oversaw the execution of all food and enforced record-high consistency at the nationally-renowned Mexican eatery and whiskey bar, producing 7,000 to 8,000 tacos/menu items daily. His rise up the culinary ladder in the Windy City began at Landmark, a Boka Restaurant Group institution at which he started as prep cook before becoming sous chef. Van Lente also worked as chef de cuisine at Flatwater, followed by executive chef at Westend Bar and Grill, at which he worked for two memorable years before opening TWO, then signing on at Big Star a few years thereafter.
At White Oak, Van Lente is focused on delivering an approachable, “refined rustic” tavern experience that is neighborhood centric at its core. For Tom, it’s all about seasonality, sustainability, and making everything from scratch—no walk-in cooler, can-opener, or shortcuts in his kitchen.
Come see Chef Van Lente work his magic as you work alongside him. An unparalleled opportunity!!
Item Special Note
Must be arranged two weeks in advance.
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