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Who We Are

JS Culinary Group is a New York City–based culinary education and wellness organization dedicated to nourishing minds, bodies, and communities through food.

Founded by chef and educator Justin Simmons, we specialize in hands-on culinary education, workplace dining, and community-centered experiences rooted in health, culture, and equity. Our work bridges kitchens, classrooms, and communities using food as a tool for learning, connection, and well-being.

We partner with schools, organizations, and businesses to deliver programs and experiences that are engaging, inclusive, and impact-driven. From standards-aligned in-school programs to thoughtfully prepared workplace dining and community events, every offering is designed with intention, flexibility, and care.

At our core, we believe food is more than nourishment; it’s a shared language that can educate, empower, and bring people together.

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Founder & CEO

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Justin Simmons is a chef, educator, food activist, and health and wellness leader with over a decade of experience using food as a tool for learning, connection, and well-being.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion Management from York College (CUNY), a Culinary Arts degree from the Institute of Culinary Education, and a Master of Arts in Food Studies from New York University.

Justin has partnered with NYC public schools, nonprofits, and community organizations to design hands-on culinary and wellness programs that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and impact-driven. He founded JS Culinary Group to expand this work, delivering culinary education, workplace dining, and community-centered experiences rooted in health, culture, and equity.