What's it like to cook for one of the most iconic wineries in Napa Valley—for over 15 years? In this episode, host Tony Piombo sits down with Chef Jeff Mosher, former executive chef at Robert Mondavi Winery, to talk about life behind the line at a wine country institution and why he made the leap into launching his own private chef business.
Jeff shares:
What it was like crafting food experiences for guests at a world-renowned winery
How he managed large-scale dinners, garden-to-table programs, and global events (with a cooler of secret ingredients)
His favorite wood-fired dishes and how R&D in the kitchen keeps things fresh
Why personal chef work offers the freedom and creative spark he craved
If you geek out over food, wine, travel, or the business of it all, you'll love this one.
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Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the Chef Founder Podcast 00:04 Jeff Mosher's Culinary Journey 00:17 Tasting Jeff's Delicious Creations 01:48 Life as Head Chef at Mondavi Winery 06:32 Challenges and Unique Experiences at Mondavi 08:49 Traveling the World as a Chef 24:54 Transition to Private Chef Business 28:22 Navigating Corporate Culture 29:03 Renovation and Relocation 30:46 Transition to Personal Chef 32:25 Defining the Personal Chef Business 35:02 Client Acquisition Strategies 38:44 Wood-Fired Oven Experiences 44:45 Future Cooking Classes 50:52 Conclusion and Farewell
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