Executive Chef
Phone:
(239) 566-1606 ext. 110
Email:
[email protected]
Chef Roger was born and raised in Sarnen, Switzerland. His parents owned a hotel with a restaurant and Chef Roger started working in the kitchen at a very young age. He completed a rigorous apprenticeship in classical European cooking methodology and received his certification with distinction. As a young chef, Chef Roger worked in some of the finest hotels and restaurants in Switzerland and competed in many culinary competitions across Europe, including the Culinary Olympics, winning several gold and silver medals. He returned to school to receive the advanced Swiss Gastronomy Chef certification with honors as the best scoring Chef in Switzerland that year. In the late 1990s, Chef Roger had the opportunity to work in the United States for a Swiss specialty food importer, which led to a permanent relocation and the start of his private club career in 2001. Chef Roger’s career progression as a private Country Club Executive Chef took him from the Washington DC area to Virginia; from the mountains of Western North Carolina to Eastern Iowa; from the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex to the Treasure Coast of Florida; and finally, to the Southwest Coast of Florida. Working in so many different areas of the country for Clubs of varying sizes and offerings has given him a wide perspective. Chef Roger was exposed to many regional food specialties and preferences, and he knows the importance of tailoring à la carte and event menu offerings to best suit membership expectations. He understands the seasonal Southwest Florida culture and clientele and greatly enjoys interacting with members and their guests and appreciates receiving their feedback and suggestions. Chef Roger is pleased to bring his passion for food and cooking and “Swiss-American” standards to his position as Executive Chef of the Pelican Isle Yacht Club Culinary Team! Roger lives in Estero with his wife Jennifer and their son Markus. When not at work, he enjoys watching sports, traveling, and doing DIY projects around the house.
