Samantha Scholefield

Samantha Scholefield brings more than 25 years of experience designing and delivering impactful programs for the foodservice and wine industries, with a strong focus on advancing the long-term sustainability of the sector. She has built a reputation for developing well-researched, strategic initiatives that balance operational realities with forward-thinking solutions. Most recently, she has led the development of a Workplace Culture Program for the Chefs’ Table Society of BC, supporting small- and medium-sized restaurant operators in strengthening people practices, improving retention, and building more resilient businesses. This work includes the creation of a practical Workplace Culture Toolkit, providing operators with free access to industry-specific resources such as policy templates, onboarding tools, and performance frameworks designed to professionalize people management in hospitality. Her approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the challenges facing today’s workforce, with a focus on translating best practices into realistic, usable tools for operators. In addition to program development, she is an effective grant writer with a strong track record of securing funding for industry initiatives. Her ability to align organizational priorities with funding opportunities has resulted in over $2 million in grant funding secured for hospitality organizations.