Food & Beverage Supervisor
Abagael spent her childhood in Europe before moving to Colorado with her family in 2008. She earned an associate’s degree in Evolutionary Anthropology from the University of Colorado Denver. After graduating, she joined the Exchange Coffee House, where her passion for hospitality was ignited. In July 2022, Abagael embarked on her journey with The Canyons as a barista. She quickly became an integral part of the team, driven by a keen interest in wine. Her dedication earned her a Level 1 Sommelier Certification, and she has since been instrumental in hosting wine tasting events for the community. Abagael’s commitment to her craft and team earned her promotion to Food & Beverage Supervisor, all while she continues to work towards her Level 2 Sommelier Certification. Outside of work, Abagael enjoys creating art, cooking, kayaking, exploring new wines, and running her own art business.
Club General Manager
After traveling the world as a member of a military family growing up, Joey found a love for hospitality and honed his skills with a degree in Hospitality Management from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Following college, Joey took on the world of private restaurants, working in casual environments as well as high end fine dining, where he continued to fine tune his skills. He also earned his sommelier certification from the Court of Masters. Most recently, Joey worked for the Colorado Golf Club in Parker, CO where he utilized his talents to reinvent the food and beverage programs while growing and executing a lively event calendar that spurred an expanding sense of community.
When Joey isn’t working, you’ll likely find him enjoying the outdoors—golfing, playing softball, or hiking with his lovable pit/chocolate lab mix, Packer. A few more fun facts about Joey: his go-to Exchange beverage is a turmeric matcha, and his all-time favorite movie is Forrest Gump!
Assistant F&B Manager
Gabby is the Assistant Manager of Food & Beverage at The Canyons. She began her journey at The Exchange in August 2023 as a barista and quickly grew to cherish the local community. With over four years of experience as a barista, Gabby has developed a strong passion for the fast-paced nature of the role.
Gabby has lived all over the western U.S., but Colorado has always felt like home. After finishing high school, she moved back to be closer to family and soon discovered her love for the barista lifestyle. Not long after, she settled in the Parker area and found her place at The Exchange at The Canyons. The warm, welcoming community inspired her to stay and deepened her interest in hospitality and continuous improvement.
Outside of work, Gabby enjoys spending time with her chocolate lab pup, Sully, and loves crocheting, hiking, camping, and all things outdoors. She’s also deeply passionate about quality time with the family and friends she holds dear.
Chef De Cuisine
Kayla, our Chef De Cuisine at The Canyon House Kitchen + Cocktails, is a proud Colorado native who grew up on her family’s dairy farm in Eastern Colorado. There, she discovered her love for raising cattle, milk production, and organic gardening. While she originally studied accounting in college, a part-time job at a local cupcakery introduced her to the world of culinary arts—and she was hooked. She soon transferred to the Art Institute of Colorado, where she studied culinary arts, baking and pastry, and restaurant management.
Kayla’s passion for bold flavors and creative cooking was inspired by her grandmother, who shared treasured family recipes from Sicily. She thrives in the organized chaos of the kitchen, channeling that energy into delicious, thoughtfully crafted meals for the community.
When she’s not in the kitchen at Canyon House Kitchen and Cocktails, you’ll likely find her paddle boarding, camping, hiking, or enjoying nature with her pit bull, Toby.
Fun fact: Kayla once created five custom birthday pupcakes for Oprah Winfrey’s beloved dogs!
Executive Chef
Greg was born in Westerville, Ohio, and his family moved to Colorado when he was two. Growing up, he played baseball and achieved his 3rd Degree Black Belt when he was sixteen. After graduating from ThunderRidge High School, he attended UNC in Greeley, pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. While there, he landed a job cooking, and realized it was what he wanted to do for a living. Greg attended the Art Institute of Colorado for a degree in Food & Beverage Management. While in school he was hired at Le Grande Bistro and Oyster Bar in Denver, steadily moving his way up the line. After working there for 3 years, he was hired as Sous Chef at Coohills Restaurant in Denver, then worked as a private chef for a local family in Cherry Hills, and also with a private caterer in Moab, Utah. While working as a private chef, Greg had the opportunity to cook for many esteemed people and companies, including Hollywood producer George Lucas, the British Broadcast Company, NHL hockey star Joe Sakic, and many other celebrities.
Greg has spent a majority of his career working in French restaurants, but his favorite cuisines to cook are Asian and South American.
“All the great cuisines and dishes came out of extreme poverty.” – Anthony Bourdain
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Marie is our Food & Beverage Supervisor at The Exchange. Outside of work, she enjoys baking and cooking, arts and crafts, and thrifting. Her favorite drink from The Exchange is a refreshing blueberry lavender iced matcha. A fun fact about Marie is that she grew up in Germany, and her top bucket list goal is to travel the world with her husband, embracing new adventures together.
Lifestyle Director
Pati brings creativity and vibrant energy to The Canyons, always finding fun and engaging ways to bring people together. As our Lifestyle Director, she’s passionate about creating experiences that build connection and joy. When she’s not organizing events, you’ll likely find her biking, snowboarding, or cheering on her kids at soccer games. Her career has taken her across the globe — from The Caribbean, to Mexico, to The West Indies — which gives her a global outlook that inspires her ideas and enriches our team in the best way.
Assistant General Manager
Greg began his hospitality career as a bartender, quickly moving into management, and eventually restaurant ownership. In September of 2024, he decided to take on a new and exciting challenge, as Food & Beverage Director here at The Canyons. The growth and resiliency Greg developed through his many years in hospitality fuel his passion for the industry, as he loves the fast-paced, people-centric world of serving patrons. In a management role, he takes pride in the satisfaction of the guests as well as his team members. Greg notes, “I’ve learned that hospitality is not just about food and drinks; it’s about people. It’s about creating a space where people feel valued, where they can relax, celebrate, or simply enjoy a moment of peace.”