Michael Andre

Michael Andre

From Ft Pierce to Orlando, Michael Andre’s journey in the culinary world is nothing short of inspiring. Embracing Orlando as his true home, Michael’s adventure with us at Kres started nine incredible years ago, a story rich in dedication, growth, and the...
Alissa Gallon

Alissa Gallon

Born under the sun-soaked skies of Orlando, Florida, Alissa Gallon’s journey is one rich in cultural diversity and culinary passion. An exquisite blend of American and Jamaican roots, Alissa is a testament to the transformative power of tradition and a love for...
John P Cicchetti, Jr

John P Cicchetti, Jr

John P Cicchetti, Jr was born and raised in Dalton, a small town in western Massachusetts. He went to school at Johnson & Wales in Providence, Rhode Island. After graduating, he worked with a Fort Myers, Florida, hotel company. After a short time, he left the...
Brenden McNeil

Brenden McNeil

Our very own Culinary Chef, Brenden McNeil, was born and raised in Sanford, Florida. He began washing dishes and slowly moved up, mastering each station within the kitchen. While working under Chef Edgar Cruz, Chef Brenden quickly gained French and Dominican fusion...
Heidi Skehan-Calabria

Heidi Skehan-Calabria

Our General Manager, Heidi Skehan-Calabria, was born and raised in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and moved to Orlando in her early 20s. Heidi remembers growing up around Italian women and being around food and serving people. “I really enjoyed cooking with my grandmother...
Mariela “L.A.” Fonseca

Mariela “L.A.” Fonseca

Mariela “L.A.” Fonseca known to Kres Chophouse as Chef Mari is of Nicaraguan decent. Chef Mari is mostly self taught but learned a trick or two from family members that have had the opportunity to tour Europe with their culinary ability. Chef Mari’s favorite dish to...