Team Mez

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Jamie LaForce - General Manager / Partner

A native Ohioan and loyal Buckeye, Jamie has risen through the ranks to achieve the position of Managing Partner with the Chapel Hill Restaurant Group. He first worked as a server at Squid's Restaurant in Chapel Hill in 1997, and over the next three
years, he waited, bartended, and served as Assistant Manager. In 2000, his personality and professionalism made him a natural choice to serve as General Manager, and Squid's enjoyed unparalleled success during his tenure. His ability to connect with both our customers and staff were rewarded when he was named Managing Partner at Mez. As an on-site owner of the business, Jamie is responsible for the day to day operations of the restaurant and he serves as our representative in the RTP and surrounding community.

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Alex Stewart - Chef

Exciting bio coming soon…

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Caroline McNeill-Assistant General Manager

Caroline, a Chapel Hill native herself, attended Alamance Community College’s Culinary Arts program. Her growing interest to learn more about the hospitality industry led her to continue her education at UNCG in Hospitality and Tourism Management. After completing her degree, she set out to explore the many amazing countries and cultures of our world. Her passion for food & beverage, culture and fun led her to the excitement of the French Quarter of New Orleans. Now she is happy to be back in the great state of North Carolina, finding the perfect mix of fun, food and culture at MEZ.