Jordan Heyd

Chef Jordan Heyd was born and raised locally with deep roots in the community. Her culinary journey began aboard private yachts, where she gained global food experience and discovered her passion for creating intentional, health-conscious dishes after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. She trained formally in South Africa at a culinary school in Cape Town to become a yacht chef, blending international techniques with her own creative style.

When COVID and family circumstances brought her back home, Jordan launched a small prepared-meals business from her kitchen, which quickly grew into a full-scale restaurant. Today, she leads Lekker Eats—a from-scratch kitchen, market, and bar built on an “eat good, feel good” philosophy. Known for her pastry expertise, meticulous approach, and quick thinking, Jordan has earned recognition for her innovative culinary style, including a feature on Chef Swap.