Instructor: Lesley Shworles

Lesley Shworles
Biography: Chef Lesley Shworles, is currently a culinary instructor at Joliet Junior College teaching community education classes and their vocational skills program. She also owns a small catering company, Chefs At Your Door & More, LLC.  

Chef Lesley graduated with high honors in 2015 with an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts. When Lesley isn't busy working, recipe testing or making anything sourdough she volunteers at her local Cancer Support Center, giving back to the community who helped her when she was diagnosed 10 years ago. She also holds a fundraiser every year in memory of her late husband, Chris, who was a firefighter. This past year she set up a scholarship in his name for students seeking a degree in fire science.  

She loves to travel and hanging out with her family and friends. She resides in Frankfort with her husband, Bart, and her dog, Lola. She has two wonderful adult children, Chris and Miranda, whom she adores.  

Classes by this instructor


Students explore global cultures through hands-on cooking with unique ingredients and spices. In partnership with Art & Movement, each session deepens cultural connection through food, dance, and storytelling-building kitchen skills and confidence in a fun, supportive setting. Class is held Thursday, June 26 and July 31.
June 26, 2025 to July 31, 2025, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen