David Root

David Root is an award-winning Executive Chef with over 2 decades of experience excelling in culinary and restaurant management. He is known for exceeding expectations in leadership, hiring top-performing teams, and driving peak performance. David's skill set includes Master Chef level cooking, financial proficiency, inventory management, and operations expertise. His track record showcases surpassing earning goals, revamping underperforming restaurants, and delivering top-notch food quality and service. Notable achievements include being recognized in BCA's Best Chefs in America, competing in Iron Chef competitions, and receiving accolades from Sun Valley Magazine, Good Morning America, Food & Wine, and CNN. David studied Culinary at the Culinary Institute of America and has held key roles at establishments like The Hairy Lobster, Palo Alto Hills Country Club, Scratch Restaurant Group, The Noho Star, Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino, and Pappas Restaurants, Inc.