Chef Ashley is a Connecticut native who throughout her career has had the privilege of working at several renowned establishments, most recently as the executive chef at Millwright’s in Simsbury for the past 5 years.
A passionate advocate for New England’s rich agriculture, Chef Ashley takes pride in incorporating local, seasonal ingredients into her globally inspired menu at The Laurel.
She is excited to share her love of diverse cuisines and craft shareable, thoughtfully composed dishes that highlight the best of both local and international flavors.
The Laurel is the third restaurant where Rebekah is proud to collaborate with and work alongside her wife, Ashley. Passionate about leading by example, Rebekah is deeply committed to remaining hands- on in all aspects of the business. She even took the reins designing the restaurant’s interior ensuring every detail reflects her personal touch and vision.
She is particularly excited about the future private event space at the Laurel, as her greatest passion in the industry lies in being a part in guests celebratory moments and making them all the moreunforgettable.
Jetzel is constantly seeking new challenges and embraces every opportunity to grow and refine his skills. He is always eager to share his knowledge and expertise with his colleagues in the kitchen.
A New Haven resident, Jetzel began his culinary journey at the age of 17 and has sinceworked at several of the city & staple dining establishments, including Elm City Social, Olives & Oil, and Gioia.
Jetzel crossed paths with Chef Ashley during their time at the Goodwin Hotel,
and his positive attitude, meticulous attention to detail, and undeniable talent made him the clear choice for the position of sous chef.
Evelin began her journey in hospitality at just 16, working across a wide range of service roles from a senior living facility, where she first discovered the importance of thoughtful, attentive service, to a fine dining restaurant where she previously worked under Chef Ashley and alongside Rebekah.
There, she held diverse positions including support staff, dining room captain, and bartender. Evelin brings not only a wealth of experience, but also her greatest strength: a meticulous attention to detail.
Outside of work, she finds joy in caring for her ever-growing collection of plants and spending time with her two beloved cats.
Abraham has been working in the hospitality industry for more than 15 years. A native of Peru, you may recognize him from many of the most renowned bars and restaurants in the Hartford area.
He has a soft spot for Latin and Asian style cocktails, often marrying ingredients and flavors from both regions.
Additionally, he is a self-proclaimed mezcal enthusiast, talented watercolorist, and cat lover.
We’re always looking for motivated, creative, like minded individuals to join our crew.
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