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Brian Ray

Pioneer · DISC type dis
Director of Kitchen Operations at Meadow Lane
📍 United States

Brian Ray is the Director of Kitchen Operations at Meadow Lane, bringing 30 years of experience from elite restaurants like Buddakan NYC. An alumnus of Johnson & Wales University, his career includes product innovation with Wonder/Blue Apron and competing on television as a sous-chef on "Iron Chef America. "

Outside of the kitchen, Brian is a dedicated family man, often sharing his pride for his wife, Jamie Aderski, and their children. He actively supports and promotes his wifes creative endeavors, showcasing a strong commitment to his familys passions and successes.

He once served as a sous-chef for Iron Chef Bobby Flay during multiple battles on Food Networks "Iron Chef America. "

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Director of Kitchen Operations
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United States
Personality Overview

How Brian shows up

Driven But Considerate
Friendly But Fast
Dynamic But Sincere

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Priorities

Topics Brian cares about

Culinary Operations
His career progression from Executive Chef to Director of Kitchen Operations highlights a focus on managing high-end culinary environments.
Product Innovation
Previously served as Associate Director of Product Innovation for Blue Apron at Wonder, indicating a focus on creating and developing new culinary products.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Director of Kitchen Operations
Meadow Lane
1-2024 - 10-2025
Executive Chef Growth Team/Associate Director Product Innovation Blue Apron
Wonder
4-2023 - 1-2024
Executive Chef IV Specialty Cuisines/B2B
Wonder
1-2022 - 4-2023
Executive Chef II
Wonder
6-2019 - 9-2019
Opening Team
Pastis NYC
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
1994 - 1996
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Johnson & Wales University
1990 - 1994
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Upper Merion High School
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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