Mac Lee

Maclonza Lee has over thirty years of experience in the food service industry.  One of his major specialties, Louisiana cuisine, especially gumbos and Creole dishes, draws on his roots as a native of Alexandria, LA.  As a teenager, he worked in the kitchens of a variety of food establishments in Hannibal and ST. Louis, MO and Quincy, IL.  From there, he gained more experience as a food service specialist in the US Army.  He used that experience to open his own restaurant - Odell’s Barbeque where developed another of his trademarks - St. Louis style barbecue.  In addition, he has extensive experience in the restaurant and hospitality industries as both a Production Manager and an Executive Chef.  He currently uses his varied knowledge of the food service industry as Production Manager at Howard University.