Mangiamo!
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meet our staff
Barrett, Amy
Server
Amy is one rocking server! Mother of two beautiful girls, she has been with us for 7 years and knows her stuff. Just try and trip her up we dare ya!
Beyer, Heidi
Catering Sales Manager
616.742.0600 ext. 12
hbeyer@gilmorec.com
Planning and executing events for the Collection for almost 12 years, Heidi is experienced at helping you plan the perfect party.
Cenci, Danielle
Server
Danielle is one of the incredible server trainer here. She is a passionate volunteer for Amnesty International and also volunteers at the West Michigan Food Co-op.
Clarno, Micheal
Banquets
Michael is our Event Manager extraordinaire. He can pull off any party with a smile! He has worked in the building for over 10 years and his charm and wit bring a smile to everyones face.
Degroot, Sarah
Assistant Manager
Sarah is also a key member at Red Jet Cafe in her spare time. Still in love with her high-school sweetheart, although her true love is her dog Rosie! Sarah is another amazing asset to our family here
Domin, Cory
Server
Cory is a student at Grand Valley studying Marketing and Business Management. He also plays hockey (huge Red Wings Fan) and loves the wonderful guests here. It really rounds-out his varied personality
Garrett, Branden
Expo
Branden is our newest server after working as an Expo. A Macintosh maniac who develops websites and marketing for small firms locally, he's very talented
Gerringer, Kailyn
Desert Goddess & Cook
An aspiring DJ with a passion for funkay music. She's responsible for all desert production here and does it with a passion. She's very sweet :=)
Hauser, Tonia
Server/Catering
Tonia makes bangin' jewelry that she sells at the Fulton Farmers Market! She has taught the english language in India and in Uganda and has amazing photos from those exotic places
Meengs, Mike
Server
Mike! We love Mike and so will you! Also our resident story teller, ask him to tell you a ghost story! Father of 3, Mike is a devoted family man and huge fantasy football geek.
Rhys, Rebekah
Server/Bartender
Rebekah is a beautiful singer / songwriter and has 2 CDs out. She travels to LA and Nashville regularly to work on new projects and works with several local churche's music programs
Russell, Adam
Server Assistant
Adam has a bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science. His plan is to work for the US Park Service out west. He'll also be on the USS Stennis supercarrier from Hawaii to San Diego this spring
Schmuck, Katie
Bartender
Katie has a heart of gold and likes chocolate. She coaches ladies soccer at Aquinas and is a huge fan of many sports. She's also an expert mixologist who was a corporate trainer for TGIFridays
Schulz, Schuyler
Hostess
Schuyler's hair is not too blonde. She is a Hot Yoga instructor, she believes in beautiful food = beautiful life
Suarez, Armando
(Jefe)
Chef
616.742.0600 ext. 11
Studied law at Mexico City University until he trained as a chef. Armando has worked for the Collection for 14 years, having worked at Roses & Blue Water Grill.
Teasley, Eric
General Manager
616.742.0600 ext. 10
Originally from Grand Haven, Eric is a certified Wine Educator and a 1st level sommelier
Weber, Robin
Server
Robin is a mother of three beautiful kids who has worked in the restaurant scene locally for . . . several years. A veteran of Duba's, the Marriott, Sayfee's - she brings a wealth of experience to you
Westman, Victoria
Server
Victoria has a English Degree from Grand Valley and boy is she friendly! This girl is not just asking how your day is cause she has to...she actually wants to know!
Yost, Gwendolyn
Server
Mother of an adorable son, full of energy & happiness. Gwen calls everyone "Love" and that generous spirit is what makes her special
Restaurant Reservations616.742.0600 ext.13
Special Events Staff616.742.0600 ext.12
Catered To-Go Staff616.742.0600 ext.12