Jonathan Kinsella has been appointed Executive Chef at Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego - CA, USA
Rancho Bernardo Inn proudly announces the appointment of Jonathan Kinsella as Executive Chef. With over two decades of global experience and a passion for culinary technique and hospitality, Kinsella is set to enhance the resort's award-winning dining program and signature restaurant AVANT.
Before his role at Rancho Bernardo Inn, Kinsella spent his career in some of the world's most prestigious kitchens. From his foundational experiences at Seattle's Campagne and Cincinnati's Maisonette to his leadership roles at The Peninsula Chicago and Michelin-starred TRU, Chef Jonathan's journey has been defined by innovation and a dedication to refined cuisine. Career highlights include joining the Daniel Boulud family of restaurants in New York City, followed by serving as executive chef for over a decade at db Bistro & Oyster Bar at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands. Most recently, he held roles as the culinary director of AB Properties and executive chef at Juniper & Ivy in San Diego.
Kinsella's arrival signals a bold new chapter for Rancho Bernardo Inn's acclaimed culinary program. Anchored by AVANT, its upscale signature restaurant known for its imaginative, ingredient-driven menus, each outlet across the resort reflects a distinct sense of place and flavor. At Veranda, Mediterranean-inspired dishes are served in a breezy, sun-drenched setting that invites lingering over breakfast, lunch, or dinner with views of the golf course. The resort's Chef's Garden plays a central role in the kitchen, offering a rotating selection of hand-harvested herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers that inspire hyper-seasonal creations and underscore the property's commitment to garden-to-table cuisine.
Rancho Bernardo Inn continues to lead the San Diego culinary scene with immersive dining experiences, featuring signature events such as the Vine to Table and Garden to Glass collaboration dinners. This past May, the property also hosted its inaugural James Beard Winners Food & Wine Festival, bringing nationally acclaimed chefs and sommeliers to its kitchens and gardens. These standout culinary experiences underscore Rancho Bernardo Inn's place as a destination for inspired, immersive dining in Southern California, one that will continue to evolve under Kinsella's thoughtful and innovative leadership.
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