Tom is a graduate of Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he obtained a B.Sc. with an Advanced Major in Marine Biology. While studying, Tom supported himself by working as a fine dining chef. After spending 10 years at sea in Alaska, he decided to return to land and moved to Toronto. There, he joined the team at Betty’s on King and progressed from Line Cook to Head Chef, eventually earning the position of General Manager.
With the closure of Betty’s on King, Tom currently serves as the GM/owner of Betty’s East in Leslieville, leveraging over 30 years of experience in the restaurant/bar industry. Tom’s time in the kitchen and at sea has honed his organizational skills and fostered a strong team-oriented work ethic.