Jarad Gallagher

Chef Jarad Gallagher brings a rich background and unique perspective to his culinary journey. From his beginnings as a barista at age 14 to leading the teams in fine-dining restaurants around the world, his approach blends fine dining expertise with fundamental culinary curiosity.

He later distinguished himself in fine dining as Executive Chef at Silicon Valley’s Chez TJ, where he earned a Michelin star for eight years and established the destination as one of the top 50 restaurants in the Bay Area. His culinary journey includes Michelin stars at The Plumed Horse, One Market Restaurant, and Michael Mina, supported by training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and London and stints at top European restaurants.