Chef Shawn Hayes has owned and run the Blue Ridge Cafe since 1995.  In addition to his degree from the Culinary Institue of America (Hyde Park, NY) in 1988, he has a rich resume of experience in the food industry prior to his restaurant's opening. Listed below are some of Chef Shawn's credentials.
Garde Manager Chef		Banquet Sous Chef
Willard Intercontinental Hotel Washington D.C.		Vista Intercontinental Hotel
Executive Chef		Broil / Sautee Chef
Department of Commerce		Top of the Hub Restaurant Boston, MA
Food & Beverage Director
Federal Executive Institute Charlottesville, VA