MEET CHEF JESSE CROSS
Meet Chef Jesse Cross
Chef Jesse Cross is the founder and lead chef of Crosswood Cooking Collective. He brings approximately 20 years of professional culinary experience to public, private, corporate and community cooking experiences, catering and private-chef dinners.
His background includes serving as Head Chef at Knead & Co. in Downtown Los Angeles and Executive Sous Chef at Firefly in Studio City. Jesse is ServSafe Manager certified and spent 15 years in Los Angeles developing the restaurant craft and calm leadership he now brings home to Maryland.
Crosswood Cooking Collective is the cooking-class and shared-experience brand operated by Crosswood Catering LLC. Based in Parkville, it serves Baltimore, Baltimore County and surrounding Maryland communities without operating a public storefront.
“Great food, honest guidance, and hospitality that helps people feel comfortable and connected.”
Whether Jesse is teaching fresh pasta, shaping a private menu or cooking for a celebration, the goal stays the same: make professional technique understandable, keep guests comfortable and create a genuine reason to gather.
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Restaurant Craft, Shared Generously
Crosswood is built around experiences that feel polished without becoming formal: clear instruction, thoughtful food and a room where people can relax into the moment. Jesse’s teaching experience helps beginners participate confidently while giving experienced cooks useful technique and context.
From the first sheet of fresh pasta to the final plate at a private dinner, the work is grounded in preparation, food safety, professional care and approachable leadership.
Let’s Create Something Worth Gathering Around
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Plan an ExperienceJesse Cross is a Baltimore chef with more than 20 years of professional kitchen experience, including 15 years in Los Angeles honing his craft before returning home.
Crosswood Cooking Collective brings restaurant-level technique into relaxed, welcoming experiences—hands-on cooking classes, private dinners, catering, and collaborative events across Maryland.
Whether Jesse is teaching fresh pasta, shaping a private menu, or cooking for a celebration, the goal stays the same: great food, honest guidance, and hospitality that helps people feel comfortable and connected.
Explore Cooking Classes, Private Dining, or Catering & Events, then get in touch to plan your experience.