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Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

  • 2050 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, California, 94303, USA
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Jacques Swart

Executive Chef
“I’m incredibly excited to bring my passion for sustainable cuisine and commitment to quality to Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley. Working with such a talented culinary team, we create unique and memorable dining experiences for our guests that highlight the region's seasonal produce, and showcase the fusion of tradition and innovation in every dish.”

 

Four Seasons Tenure

  • First hired: 2014 – 2017; Rejoined: 2023
  • First Four Seasons Position: Sous Chef, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg

Employment History

  • Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya; One&Only Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa; The President Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa; De Hoek Country Hotel, Magaliesburg, South Africa; Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg; Etihad Airways; The Michelangelo Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa

Education

  • Diploma in Professional Cookery

Birthplace

  • Johannesburg, South Africa

Languages Spoken

  • English

Chef Jacques Swart’s culinary philosophy emphasizes the balance between modern culinary techniques and traditional practices, always with a focus on the finest, freshest ingredients. His leadership is key in refining the hotel's already exceptional dining experience, ensuring that both guests and locals can enjoy the highest level of culinary artistry in the heart of Silicon Valley.

“It's a privilege to be part of this extraordinary team and to continue the Four Seasons tradition of culinary excellence.”