our Chef

Rachel Schalk

Chef De Cuisine

Meet Rachel, our head Chef and the creative force behind the delicious food at Bricks & Barley. With over three years under our roof and two years at the helm of our kitchen, Rachel brings a passion for local ingredients and a knack for crafting comfort foods with a twist.

Born and raised in Niagara, Rachel calls St. Catharines home. Her journey through the culinary world started right here at Niagara College, where she honed her skills in Culinary Management and Baking and Pastry Arts. On top of that, she's a Red Seal Chef and even passes on her culinary wisdom as a professor at Niagara College.

Rachel's culinary journey has taken her from local eateries to the serene landscapes of Muskoka, where she fine-tuned her craft at a private golf club. Needless to say, we're stoked that her travels brought her back to Niagara!

When she's not whipping up new dishes in the kitchen, Rachel loves indulging in her favorite comfort foods. Whether it's pizza and a cold beer or a bowl of pho, it's gotta be followed by ice cream.

Beyond the kitchen, Rachel loves spending quality time with loved ones and enjoying sports with her daughter. You can often find her unwinding with LEGO masterpieces, diving into a good book, or playing video games.

We're fortunate to have Rachel’s expertise leading our kitchen!