A Red Seal certified chef who graduated from the Culinary Institute of Canada, Chef Young served in world-class dining establishments in Switzerland, Alberta and Ontario before returning to his native Prince Edward Island and joining the Dundee Arms Inn. Chef Young was the executive chef at the Dundee Arms for 21 years until the restaurant closed due to Covid. He joined the Salvador Dali Café and Trailside Music Hall to help establish and create the menu. The Salvador Dali Cafe and Trailside Music Hall have unlimited potential: from large groups and catering events to the small café experience to their Grab & Go and take-out, Chef Young and his culinary team have created a unique dining experience. We sat down with Chef Young and got to know a bit about him.
Why did you decide to become a chef? I decided to become a chef because cooking came naturally. I started in fast food and progressed from there. What other back-of-the-house positions have you previously held? I have worked various positions in professional kitchens, including restaurants, hotels and a catering company, starting out as a commis de cuisine (chef's assistant) and working my way up to chef. I have also worked front-of-the-house as a server and a maître d’. The only other job I had outside of the culinary industry was building bikes in the sporting goods section of a big box store. You’re at home, what are you making? At home, I mostly make comfort food such as soups and stews. I also like to bake when I can, especially biscuits. My mother always made great biscuits.
Highlight of your career...so far? Being initiated into the Chaine de Rotisseurs and preparing dinners for the group is the big highlight of my career. Foodie pleasure(s)? Fresh East Coast seafood What’s your absolute must-have kitchen tool, something everyone should have at home? A good sharp paring knife is a must- have for everyone and a sharp chef's knife. Five ingredients that should be in everyone’s kitchen, including yours? Butter, eggs, bacon, flour, buttermilk are must-have ingredients. Proud moment? Whenever I learn something new and then impart that knowledge to someone else. Who are your biggest supporters? Biggest supporters are my partner and best friend, Pamela Good, family and friends.
Favourite ingredient to cook with? Butter.
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