Chef Jacob Sutter
Lakeview, Chicago, IL
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Chef Jacob Sutter is a Chicago-based chef known for his approachable, ingredient-driven cooking style rooted in both fine dining and comforting home cuisine. He has worked in a wide range of kitchens, from Michelin-starred restaurants like Eleven Madison Park (✻✻✻) in New York to beloved neighborhood establishments. Most recently, he served as Executive Chef at Teatro Zinzanni, where he managed high-volume service and led a team of over 30 staff members. His background also includes key roles at Proxi, Kumiko, and Dear Margaret, where he refined his skills across global cuisines and techniques. Jacob's cooking emphasizes simplicity, seasonality, and creating meaningful connections with guests through food. He is passionate about crafting personalized meals that feel both elevated and deeply familiar.
Past: Proxi (Bib Gourmand)FrenchItalianAsianMexicanFarm-to-TableSeasonalFamily-Oriented
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Teatro Zinzanni, Chicago, IL - Executive ChefProxi (Bib Gourmand), Chicago, IL - Chef de PartieKumiko (Michelin Guide), Chicago, IL - Chef de PartieDear Margaret (Michelin Guide), Chicago, IL - Chef de PartieTavernetta (Bib Gourmand), Denver, CO - Chef de Partie
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