Kind Words

“Chef Brent is one of the most professional chefs to work side by side by, not only does he understand in the in’s and outs’ of the restaurant business, but he always takes its above and beyond that with a focus on leadership and monitorship.”

— DAVID VARGAS, VIDA CANTINA

“It is with great pleasure that I can confidently recommend Brent Hazelbaker for collaborating with my fellow community members on any new venture within the food service industry. Brent has always displayed a high level of ambition, human kindness, responsibility, integrity and compassion in a variety of environments I have witnessed him in.

Brent has worked by my side at Engrain over the last 6+ months and I would gladly keep him with us longer if not for his drive to pursue his dream to become an entrepreneur of his own brand, Seacoast Culinary Concepts. He is the type of person that I could hand my restaurant off to for an extended period of time with little notice and I would have comfort that customers, property and employees would be handled with the utmost care and respect possible.

On a daily basis, Brent shows an uncompromising and passionate determination for not only the work that he does, but for the environment and the world around him. If there is a way that he can find to make it better, he will, and he will do it with professionalism and care. I know that Brent will treat each opportunity in his development with others as a gift as he is a natural teacher. Brent makes decisions motivated by an impressive background in fine restaurants, farm settings and leadership roles."

— JENNIFER FECTEAU, ENGRAIN KITCHEN

“Brent Hazelbaker worked with our team at River Wharf properties to put policies and procedures in place for our back of house staff and assist in all culinary aspects of the restaurants.  Brent is very knowledgeable, extremely efficient and a joy to work with.  He would be a great asset to any developing concept.”

— MICHELLE MATTHEWS, MARTINGHALE WHARF