Erin C. Reed

Chef Erin C. Reed is a Certified Executive Pastry Chef and Culinary Educator at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) Academy of Culinary Arts, affiliated with the Department of Hospitality and Employment Relations under the Eberly College of Business. She holds a BS in Hospitality Management, an MA in Education, Training, and Instructional Technology, and an M.Ed., all from IUP. Her career spans high-profile roles at renowned restaurants like Buddakan, DBGB, and Blue Duck Tavern, alongside significant industry recognition.

• Education:
• IUP Academy of Culinary Arts Certificates (Culinary Arts & Baking/Pastry Arts), 2008
• B.S. Hospitality Management, IUP
• M.A. Education, Training, and Instructional Technology, IUP
• M.Ed., IUP
• Research/Teaching Focus: Culinary innovation, pastry techniques, and culinary education. Teaches Introduction to Baking and Intermediate Baking at IUP.

Her awards include the 2024 ACF National Pastry Chef of the Year and multiple nominations/recognition for pastry excellence. She actively contributes to organizations like Le Dames d'Escoffier and March of Dimes Foundation.