Babis Oikonomopoulos

Hey y'all! My name is Babis and I come from Greece! With over 10 years of experience in the culinary industry, I am a passionate culinary professional specializing in pastry arts, fine dining, and creative menu development. My career has taken me across Greece, Norway, and the United States, allowing me to develop a versatile understanding of international cuisines and high-level culinary standards. I hold degrees in both Culinary Arts and Pastry Arts and have worked in award-winning restaurants, luxury hospitality, and fine dining environments. My expertise includes dessert and pastry development, bakery and pizza production, as well as grilling, sautéing, roasting, and seafood preparation. Throughout my career, I have contributed to menu development, improved presentation and consistency, managed pastry and bakery operations, and worked effectively in fast-paced professional kitchens. I take pride in combining creativity with precision, maintaining high food-safety standards, and delivering memorable dining experiences. I am a team-oriented professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys collaborating with chefs and kitchen teams to achieve exceptional results. My international experience, strong technical skills, and passion for continuous learning allow me to bring both creativity and discipline to every kitchen I work in.