Lauren Williams

About Lauren Williams

As the Founder of Prime Taste, Executive Chef, Consultant and Board Member, I’ve spent…

Experience

1. Owner Consultant Executive Chef

   Prime Taste, Llc

   Oct 2014 — Present · MD, US

   Founded and lead a luxury private dining and consulting brand serving elite clientele—including NBA athletes, global diplomats, high-net-worth individuals, and entertainment executives—across Washington, D.C, Maryland, and Northern Virginia- Curate and execute bespoke multi-course menus and tasting experiences that reflect Southern Creole heritage fused with global techniques, tailored to each client’s dietary goals, cultural traditions, and aesthetic vision- Manage all aspects of event logistics, menu development, procurement, staffing, kitchen operations, and on-site execution, delivering white-glove culinary service in estates, embassies, private clubs, and exclusive venues- Support long-term culinary partnerships with entities such as the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, ensuring consistent excellence, cultural sensitivity, and confidentiality in all engagements- Serve as a culinary consultant for boutique hospitality ventures and chef-driven concepts, offering menu redesigns, kitchen efficiency audits, and brand strategy to emerging food entrepreneurs- Collaborate with registered dietitians and wellness coaches to develop performance-based meal plans for athletes and health-conscious clients, balancing gourmet flavors with nutrition science- Oversee financial planning, client acquisition, vendor negotiations, and operational strategy, positioning Prime Taste as a sought-after name in premium private hospitality- Featured on major platforms including Food Network, FYI, and Netflix, extending the brand’s reach through televised culinary storytelling and competitive showcases.

Education

• Howard University

  N/A

  2001 — 2002

• Liberty University

  Bachelors

  2002 — 2006

• Art Institute of Atlanta

  Associates

  2008 — 2010

Skills

• Staff Development
• Forecasting
• Social Media
• Recipes
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Restaurants
• Menu Development
• Sanitation
• Cooking
• Operations Management
• Advertising
• Food Safety
• Program Management
• Process Scheduler
• Hospitality
• Networking
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Customer Service
• Culinary Skills
• Employee Training
• Food
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Brand Development
• Event Planning
• Food Service
• Strategic Communications
• Training
• Public Speaking
• Chef
• Team Building
• Management
• Marketing
• Budgets
• Food
• Community Outreach
• Catering
• Change Management