About Chef Joe Koye

Joe’s passion for cooking ignited during Boy Scout camping trips, where he discovered the thrill of open-fire cooking, a fascination that led him to work his way up through various kitchen positions, including line cook and waiter, before he pursued formal culinary education.

After graduating from Johnson & Wales University Advanced Standing Program, he built a distinguished culinary career, culminating in the creation of Wild Blue Creative Catering.

Culinary Journey Highlights:

  • Chez Robert, Haddonfield, NJ
  • Managed F&B at Stouffer Restaurant Group, Top of the Hub and Philmont Country Club
  • Earned ACF Lehigh Valley President's Award while at Nestlé Foodservice
  • Catered for the Philadelphia Eagles Team Events for 12+ years
  • Advocate for farm-to-table; winner of March of Dimes Farmer and The Chef Challenge
Chefs cooking fresh dishes on-site for a wedding reception
Chef adding finishing touches to multiple plated meals at a catered event
Catering chef preparing plated entrees for a wedding reception
Freshly plated fish entree with lemon garnish for a wedding reception
Chef Joe Koye on Fox 29’s Good Day Philadelphia
Watch Video of Chef Joe Koye on Fox 29’s Good Day Philadelphia

Awards & Affiliations

  • Chef of the Year - American Culinary Federation - Philadelphia Chapter
  • Chef Professionalism Award - American Culinary Federation - Philadelphia Chapter
  • Les Goldberg Award - American Culinary Federation - Philadelphia Chapter
  • Chair of the Advisory Committee - Montgomery Community College, Culinary Arts Institute
  • PASA-PA Assoc. for Sustainable Agriculture - Better known as "Buy Fresh, Buy Local" Culinary Advisory Board

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