Chef Ro

I’m Rohit Dugar, a Bay Area chef with over 15 years of experience in kitchen leadership, menu development, and creating memorable dining experiences. I’ve built and led high-performing teams through numerous restaurant openings, and I’m passionate about delivering thoughtful, flavor-driven cuisine with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and great kitchen culture.

Most recently, I served as Executive Sous Chef at Stereo 41 in Walnut Creek, where I helped implement efficient kitchen systems, built vendor relationships, and contributed to near 5-star guest ratings through quality control and creative specials. Before that, as Executive Chef and Opening Consultant at Sipeos, I recruited and trained the full kitchen team from the ground up, developed menus that earned a Best New Restaurant nomination from East Bay Eater SF within three months of opening, and maintained excellent guest satisfaction across platforms.

I also had the opportunity to lead the kitchen as Executive Chef at the celebrated plant-based restaurant Blossom & Root Kitchen, where I directed all operations, menu design, and team development while building a collaborative kitchen culture. My background also includes leadership roles at Longport Fish & Co (as Executive Sous Chef and Opening Consultant), Hawking Bird, and Juhu Beach Club, where I helped elevate menu standards and contributed to notable recognition, including a James Beard Award nomination for the chef/owner.

I hold certificates in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, and Restaurant Management from Diablo Valley College, and I completed a Disney Culinary Program Internship at Walt Disney World Resorts. With extensive experience in restaurant systems, high-volume service, vendor management, and catering, I bring restaurant-level excellence into private dining.

I’m excited to create personalized, seasonal, and unforgettable meals for you and your guests in the comfort of your home.