Chef Ken Arnone discusses culinary sourcing and career

Chef Ken Arnone, the Corporate Chef for Colavita USA and a Certified Master Chef, discussed his career and perspectives on the foodservice industry. Arnone, a former professor at the Culinary Institute of America, emphasized the critical importance of sourcing high-quality, authentic ingredients to satisfy increasingly discerning guests.

He noted that Colavita focuses on Italian heritage and consistent ingredient performance, such as extra virgin olive oil, to help chefs build signature dishes with confidence. Arnone's background includes extensive work in culinary education, consulting, and menu development through his firm, KA-CMC LLC.