Jax Denver Chef: Sheila Lucero
 A native of Denver, Sheila was first introduced to food and cooking by
her father, an avid food lover and cook. After graduation from high
school, Sheila received a scholarship to play soccer in Miami Florida.
While at Florida International University playing soccer and studying
biology, she indulged in her culinary cravings and explored the
wonderful and varied south Florida cuisines.
Imparted with the respect and passion for food instilled in her by her
father, Sheila chose to continue her education, and graduated from the
Colorado Art Institute with a degree in the culinary arts. Starting out
in delis and bakeries prior to and during school, Sheila discovered her
love and energy and the enthusiasm kitchens can have. "It's a lot like
being on the soccer field, working as a team to reach our goals." While
completing her culinary education she worked as a line cook at several
Denver restaurants. Sheila was part of the opening crew at Jax Fish
House, Denver. She was under the guidance of select few that has helped
put Denver on the national culinary map. The creative challenges
brought to her as she was promoted to Sous Chef under the guidance of
Dave Query and Jamey Fader.
Sheila became executive chef in the summer of 2002, where she
immediately made her mark be receiving the accolades of best seafood by
5280 magazine, Westword Magazine, City Search, Rocky Mountain News.
Sheila has also appeared twice on 9news and is asked to participate in
the city's best philanthropic events. Sheila has donated her time and
talent to the Great Chefs of the West Liver Foundation, The Kidney
Foundation, the Chefs up Front (S.O.S.), the Do at the Zoo, and Project
Angel Heart to name a few.
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