Lakeside Culinary Team

Derek Kindschuh

Derrick graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and also completed the Culinary Arts program at Le Cordon Bleu. In Texas, he was the Director of Operations for Food Manufactory Cooperative and launched his own line of salad dressings with Whole Foods Market. While living in Texas, he also got the opportunity to do off premise catering for several celebrities including Texas governors, former president George W. bush and the first family of the late former president Lyndon B. Johnson. In Oregon, Derrick opened several food carts while taking care of his parents. With gold and bronze medals from professional culinary competitions for his stuffed quail and seafood galantine, Derrick stands out from the crowd! 

Nick Skaredoff

Chef Nick is a culinary force here at Lakeside Gardens. With a passion for all things food, Nick brings energy and light to the kitchen and staff. With years of experience in the kitchen, Nick's passion for creating unforgettable dining experiences has make him a standout figure in our company. When he's not cooking up masterpieces int he kitchen, Nick enjoys playing guitar in three local Portland bands. He also uses his free time to teach music lessons to children. We are so glad to have Nick as a part of our culinary team.

Cong Huynh

With over a decade of culinary expertise, Cong's skills in the kitchen are unmatched. He owns his own restaurant with a specialization in Japanese cuisine. With his background in Asian cuisine, Cong adds a delightful hint of spice and edge to the lakeside kitchen. In his free time he enjoys fishing and making delicious meals for his family.