Andrea Carlson is the creative visionary behind every item on the menu and a mentor to a tight-knit team. She leads the restaurant with respect and compassion, guiding a calm, steady kitchen where growth is encouraged and people feel supported. Her cooking is the work of a lifetime, shaped by conviction. Dedicated cat mother, unapologetically obsessive.

Katy successfully leads the team through service every day with focus and ease. The queen of dietary modifications, she keeps standards high and builds team camaraderie with her quirky humour. Devoted dog lover.

A high-pressure problem solver with a heart of gold, Kyumin brings kindness and compassion to the kitchen. Formerly saucier, now grillardin, he can step into any station when needed. Off the line, he’s firmly Team Cat. 

Claudia brings diverse knowledge and deep experience in hospitality management. Her genuine warmth and intuitive sense of hospitality is infectious--setting the tone for both the guest experience and the team culture. Cat lover. 

Maisie educates the team with enthusiasm and passion, selecting thought-provoking wines that reflect Burdock’s ethos. On the floor, she describes pairings in a way that feels exciting and approachable, sharing stories about the people behind the bottles. Team dog.