Every success L3 has enjoyed can be directly credited to our amazing team. We look forward to expanding on our success while bringing exciting new ideas to the Chicago food scene.
Carey is our CEO Extraordinaire. His early success as president of Redi Cut Foods, the largest regional processor of vegetables, made him a supply chain expert. His entrepreneurial spirit has only grown since then and nothing has brought him as much professional joy as becoming a restaurateur. We refer to him as Mr. Positive. He’s the go-to guy in his community and at work… not to mention he can tell you the origin of an avocado by the way it spins on the table.
Being a great dad and a great husband
Lyfe Kitchen Restaurant (of course)
“Are we having fun?”
Gail is our President and industry veteran. She was the creative driver behind the highly successful Bubba Gump Shrimp Company and has worn just about every hat in the restaurant business from dishwasher to Chief Strategic Officer and lived to tell the story. Her knack for spotting talent is legendary and she is maniacal about restaurant service. What drives her? The belief that everyone deserves to work in a job they love.
Family, Fitness, and French Fries
Her own backyard
“It’s cool to care.”
We all know that in the end, it’s up to operations people to get the job done in this business and Amy gets it done – everyday, no matter what. She juggles manager development, store openings and daily operations like a pro. She seriously never stops checking things off her to-do list and accomplishes ten things before most of us have finished our morning coffee. Weird thing is… she’s always laughing.
Making to-do lists, tasting beer, hanging with her family
Lincoln Park Zoo
“I’m on it”
Emily has built a career around two of her favorite things — fashion and food! After years in the world of corporate retail, she has found her dream job spreading the L3 Hospitality message throughout Chicago. She is passionate about all things marketing and cannot get through an outing without noticing a menu, logo, or photo opportunity. Though a horrible cook, Emily prides herself on her finely tuned dessert tastes and has yet to meet a cookie she doesn’t like — particularly those doused in sprinkles and dipped in champagne.
Fitness, friendship, family & festivals
Cultural Center
“This is insane”
Melissa is L3’s designated HR and Hiring guru. She prides herself on championing the company and enhancing the employee experience. She is responsible for finding many of the hardworking, fun-loving people that make L3 so great! Lover of all things Chicago and restaurants, L3 is a place she happily calls home.
Music, cooking for friends, shopping local, exploring new restaurants
Logan Square Farmer’s Market
“Yes, I’m the HR girl”
Chef Marco brings a spark of creativity, energy, positivity, and charm to the L3 team as their culinary leader. He honed his cooking technique working throughout Europe including stints at three-Michelin-starred restaurant Martin Berasatagui in San Sebastian Spain and an apprenticeship at Bistrot des Saveurs in Castres, France before returning stateside to Nantucket’s beloved restaurant, Straight Wharf. In 2017, Marco returned to his Chicago home and joined team L3. With an infectious smile and irresistible dishes, he is truly a force to be reckoned with!
Bike riding, braising meat, getting lost in cookbooks
Boiler Room in Logan Square — great PB&J
“You do or you don’t”