Kassidy Barberich

General Manager
kassidy@wwsteakco.com

Kassidy “Kass” Barberich began her journey with Walla Walla Steak Co. in 2023 and quickly rose through the ranks to become General Manager in 2025. Drawn to the company’s strong values, welcoming culture, and commitment to excellence, she is passionate about building and supporting a motivated team that delivers exceptional service while fostering a positive, inclusive workplace. Kassidy takes pride in creating memorable guest experiences, driving operational excellence, and developing future leaders within her team.

Before joining Walla Walla Steak Co., Kassidy held several leadership roles in the hospitality industry, including with Honolulu Coffee Company, where she gained extensive experience managing high-volume operations and guest-focused teams.

A Walla Walla native, Kassidy has deep roots in the community. She and her husband, who recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary, enjoy spending time with their large families and caring for their part-time pet – a neighborhood cat named Shadow. Known for always having snacks, chocolate, and a caffeinated beverage on hand, she also loves reading, DIY home projects, and planning her next escape to the beaches of Hawaii.

Jake Crenshaw

Executive Chef
jacob@wwsteakco.com

Jake Crenshaw joined Walla Walla Steak Co. as Executive Chef in April 2026, bringing a deep well of culinary experience and a quiet confidence that makes kitchens run. A Colorado native raised in the Boulder area, Jake found his way to Eastern Washington through a love of the land and the people who work it.  He has spent years leading some of the valley’s most respected culinary programs, most recently as Director of Culinary Arts at Walla Walla Community College and before that as Executive Chef at Abeja. He is known for his calm presence and a natural ability to lead a team under pressure, qualities that translate directly to the kind of honest, craft-driven cooking that defines this kitchen.When he is not at the stove, you will find him meditating, packing for a road trip, or chasing the perfect scoop of pistachio ice cream. He shares life with his partner Anna and three children. Jake came to Walla Walla Steak Co. because he believes in what this place is: a restaurant with deep community roots and real potential. He intends to honor both.

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Walla Walla Steak Co. is a unique space with warm hospitality and menu rooted in the agricultural bounty of the Pacific Northwest. We are a proud team of professionals with local roots and a commitment to serving our guests and one another. Qualified candidates must have a team-oriented, can-do attitude and open availability. We proudly strive to provide the best work environment, wages, benefits and opportunities in the business and invite you to join our team.

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