Jeff Libunao has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at The Lodge at Sonoma, an Autograph Collection Resort
As Director of Food & Beverage at The Lodge at Sonoma, Jeff Libunao will oversee all operations at the onsite restaurants including Benicia's Kitchen and High Horse Pool Bar, as well as in-room dining. Having previously worked at The Lodge at Sonoma as Executive Chef throughout the brand's transition from a Renaissance resort to an Autograph Collection Resort, Libunao brings a deep understanding of the resort's culinary operations, the restaurant outlets, and the events/banquet services.
With a vast background in luxury hospitality, Libunao started out as the Station Chef at The Beverly Hills Hotel, before moving on to the JW Marriott in San Francisco where he rose from Sous Chef to Executive Sous Chef over his almost four-year tenure. Most recently, Libunao served as Executive Chef at Harvest Inn in St. Helena, where he oversaw all culinary operations and helped reposition the concept of the property's on-site restaurant, Harvest Table.