Team Members – Brown University

George Barboza

Vice President of Dining Services
Email george_barboza_jr@brown.edu
Telephone

Ty is our Director of Culinary Operations. Ty joined Brown in 2016 in partnership with Bon Appetit Management Company. Ty’s infatuation with fine foods started at a young age in...

Michelle joined our team in February of 2022. She grew up in New York, but moved to Rhode Island in 2016 and has no plans of leaving! Her favorite part...

Originally from New Hampshire, Steve relocated to Rhode Island and began his career with Brown University in August of 2023. Steve enjoys working with his team the most, pushing and...

Linda came to Brown in 1996 and began her career at Brown working in the Refectory. She then spent many years managing the Blue Room and now calls the Refectory...

Bobby joined the Dining team in 2010, and has since held multiple positions within the department. His love for food, as well as the opportunity to meet and work alongside...

Originally from Connecticut, Kevin relocated to Rhode Island in August 2022 and began his career with Brown University in September of 2023. Kevin has worked 20 years in Food Service...

Thomas came to the University in January 2022 from the Pacific Northwest where he operated and owned several restaurants. In regards to hospitality, his passion for food (especially tacos) is...

Hannah joined the Brown Dining team in April 2022. She loves collaborating with students on events and meeting new people. Hannah is a 2019 Temple University graduate, and is currently...

Kelly joined Brown Dining in April 2022, having previously worked in Brown’s Central Budget Office. Kelly’s prior work experience includes finance roles in the restaurant and retail industries. Growing up...

Originally from New York, Danielle relocated to Rhode Island via Massachusetts and began her career with Brown University in February, 2018. Danielle’s previous experience in operations and degree in Human...

Claire joined Brown Dining originally in 1987 and worked for 5 years. She left and returned to Brown Dining in 1992 and continues to enjoy the customers who come into...