Shef Shaun (Shaun Williams) is a Charlotte-based executive chef, published cookbook author, and certified culinary instructor and proctor with 15 years of professional culinary experience. As the author of the cookbook Soul in the Citi and the founder of Chef Shaun's Kitchen, he specializes in high-energy, engaging educational workshops and luxury private dining experiences across the Southeast, including Charlotte, Charleston, and Atlanta.
Chef Shaun’s culinary philosophy is rooted in the foundational skills and values passed down by his grandmothers—integrity, passion, and immense value—which he seamlessly pairs with his professional background in marketing and public relations to deliver unforgettable guest experiences. A certified ServSafe Instructor and registered Exam Proctor, Chef Shaun brings professional-grade kitchen standards, meticulous execution, and a warm, approachable teaching style to every class.

