Noémie Ducharme

Co-fondatrice | Co-proriétaire, Tablée au Féminin | Bar jjacques · Chez Tao · Julio Taqueria As the owner of three restaurants, she experienced the many challenges faced by women in hospitality. This led her to co-found Tablé(e) au féminin, a nonprofit collective that fosters support, recognition, leadership, and sustainable, long-term careers for women across all sectors of the industry.

Broadcasts 19 May 2025, 07:15 PM

Book My Place

By submitting you agree to the Terms & Privacy Policy

About this speaker

Noémie Ducharme est directrice et copropriétaire du groupe Tao, qui regroupe trois établissements phares dans la basse-ville de Québec : Chez Tao!, un bar inspiré de la street food du Sud-Est asiatique ; Jjacques, un bar à cocktails et fruits de mer à l’ambiance feutrée ; et Julio Taqueria, un restaurant mexicain festif et 100 % sans gluten. Jjacques et Chez Tao! figurent régulièrement au palmarès des 50 meilleurs bars au Canada selon Canada’s 100 Best.

Formée en affaires publiques et en droit, Noémie met à profit sa rigueur, sa créativité et son sens de l’humain pour encadrer les opérations, les finances, la marque et une équipe de 85 employé·e·s.

En 2024, elle cofonde Tablé(e) au féminin, un collectif qui rassemble des femmes issues de la restauration, de l’événementiel et de l’agroalimentaire. Par le mentorat, le réseautage et des initiatives concrètes, l’organisme vise à soutenir, faire rayonner et inspirer la relève.

Parce qu’une industrie est toujours plus forte quand tout le monde a une place autour de la table.

-----

Noémie Ducharme is the director and co-owner of the Tao Group, which includes three standout venues in Québec City: Chez Tao!, a Southeast Asian–inspired bar; Jjacques, a cocktail and seafood bar; and Julio Taqueria, a festive, 100% gluten-free Mexican restaurant. Chez Tao! and Jjacques have consistently ranked among the 50 Best Bars in Canada by Canada’s 100 Best.

With a background in public affairs and law, Noémie brings structure, creativity, and empathy to her leadership. She oversees daily operations, finances, brand development, and team of 85 people.

In 2024, she co-founded Tablé(e) au féminin, a nonprofit collective that brings together women from across the culinary world—hospitality, events, and agri-food. Its mission: to create a space for connection, mentorship, and advancement through networking events, discussion panels, and concrete tools. The goal is to empower women, strengthen retention, and inspire the next generation.

Because an industry is always stronger when everyone has a seat at the table.

Contact This Speaker

Events

Made in Québec: women leading hospitality [PANEL]

19 May 2025, 07:15 PM

Seminar Hall

Noémie Ducharme Léa Messier F. Mélanie Aumais Sabrina Trouzel Veronique Dalle Vanya Filipovic

Kinetic Management Systems

KMS provides all-in-one reputation, loyalty, and retention solutions for bars and restaurants. From boosting online reviews to rewarding repeat customers, KMS helps businesses forge deeper guest connections and stand out in a crowded market.

Sonder

Want to sponsor this event? Contact Us