Five Questions with Amber McCormack

Amber McCormack is a dynamic professional in the hospitality industry with extensive experience in event sales, food and beverage management, and customer service. Currently serving as the Event Sales Manager at Fogo de Chão since May 2024, she has previously held key roles at notable establishments including Foreman Wolf and ROUGE Fine Catering, as well as Four Seasons Hotels. Amber has demonstrated expertise in event planning, operational management, and creating exceptional dining experiences across various hospitality environments. A rising talent in the food service industry, she continues to leverage her skills in event sales and customer engagement, bringing a wealth of experience to her current role.

In September of 2024 FOGO de CHAO opened their fourth location in Maryland is inside the Towson Town Center shopping mall. The restaurant features an open churrasco grill where guests can dine and watch gaucho chefs demonstrate the culinary art of churrasco as they butcher, prepare, and grill different cuts of meat over an open flame. The Towson location features an outdoor patio, soaring wine displays, dry-aged meat lockers for in-house aging, and a lively indoor bar, ideal for all-day happy hour.

Q&A WITH AMBER

Q: Can you tell us about Fogo de Chao and your specific role there?

The founders of Fogo de Chão grew up on a traditional Southern Brazilian farm. It is here that they learned to cook in the churrasco style of grilling tradition that would become the backbone of our story. Fogo’s mission is to ignite fire and joy to care for our team, our guests, and our communities. Our vision is to bring the soul of Southern Brazilian hospitality to the heart of every city.

I am the Sales Manager for Fogo de Chão, here in the heart of Towson. My main responsibility is to book large groups in our private dining area while also accommodating smaller partiers throughout the whole restaurant. Whether it’s a group of 10 or 200, Fogo de Chão, Towson can accommodate any size event. I also handle all of our delivery and pickup catering orders!

I truly enjoy working for this company. The Brazilian hospitality is truly off the charts here at Fogo. I have worked for many restaurant groups and hotels in the past, and Fogo feels like a family with the intention to please each and every guest that walks through our doors. We look out for each other and our guests.

Q: What misconceptions, if any, might people have about Fogo de Chão?

One very common misconception about Fogo is that you need to fast for days before enjoying a meal here. Many people are unaware of the fact that you do not have to necessarily order the full churrasco (endless meat) service. You can come in and simply just enjoy the Market Table (our salad bar full of fresh Brazilian sides, fruits, cheese, and charcuterie) on it’s own. We also have our BAR FOGO menu which consists of everything from hearts of palm dip, Sliders, and our delicious Picanha Burger!

Q: Do you only handle corporate events?

We handle all sorts of events here at Fogo Towson! Everything from company holiday parties & meetings to birthday parties and baby showers, you name it we accommodate 😊

Q: What is your favorite cut of meat offered by Fogo de Chão, and why?

The Picanha is my favorite! This isa Brazilian cut of the prime part of the top sirloin. It is super flavorful!

Q: What do you think about the Towsontown Torch?

I think Towson really needs a voice like the Towsontown Torch. Having important information about all happenings around our community from a local who cares about the neighborhood is crucial!

Book your next event with Amber, email her at [email protected]