Jonathan Gutiérrez named Executive Chef at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
LAKE GENEVA, WIS. – AAA Four Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, a Marcus Hotels & Resorts property, has announced the appointment of Jonathan Gutiérrez as the resort’s new executive chef.
With a culinary career spanning over a decade, Gutiérrez has earned a reputation for his whimsical creativity, passion for locally sourced ingredients, and dedication to culinary excellence. Inspired by everything from pop culture to natural surroundings, Gutiérrez has earned national recognition as well as a large social media presence.
Born and raised in Aguascalientes, Mexico, Gutiérrez has been cooking since he was a child, inspired and learning from his mother’s dishes and techniques.
Prior to joining Grand Geneva, Gutiérrez worked in several notable restaurants and resorts including La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, where he held the position of banquet chef. Most recently, he was the executive chef at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa.
In his role as the leader of culinary operations and menus at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Gutiérrez will supervise a diverse collection of dining experiences, encompassing acclaimed restaurants, cafes, banquets, and special events. With a primary focus on sustaining the resort’s outstanding culinary programs, he aims to craft menus that highlight local Wisconsin flavors, seasonal ingredients, and innovative techniques. He seeks to draw inspiration from the resort’s expansive 1,300-acre campus and the beauty of its natural surroundings.
“We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Gutiérrez as our executive chef,” shared Skip Harless, managing director, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. “His talent, creativity, expertise, and fun approach to the art of cooking make him the perfect fit for our resort’s award-winning restaurants. We are confident that, under his leadership, our guests will continue to be treated to unforgettable dining experiences, including in our event spaces, which are due to be completely renovated by spring 2024.”
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