Jay Mendoza has been appointed Resort Chef at One Ocean Resort & Spa
One Ocean Resort & Spa – Northeast Florida’s chic beachfront boutique resort, located in Atlantic Beach – proudly welcomes Jay Mendoza as the Resort Chef responsible for Azurea, the award-winning, signature restaurant presenting fresh, coastal cuisine in an artfully inspired atmosphere. Bringing knowledge and experience in the luxury hotel and restaurant market, Mendoza has worked at top-rated hotels and restaurants in New York, California, Alaska and Louisiana, including three Michelin star rated restaurants. As the resort chef, Mendoza will lead the day-to-day operations of the culinary program at One Ocean Resort & Spa and Azurea. Mendoza’s professional experience spans more than 14 years at an array of restaurants, resorts and hotels throughout the country. Embarking his culinary career in California, Mendoza held positions at Los Angeles hotspots including, Bouchon Bistro, Sona Restaurant, Ortolan Restaurant and Patina Restaurant where he developed his gift for engaging with guests and the community, which he has carried throughout his career. Mendoza went on to hold a chef de cuisine and executive pastry chef position at Hotel Indigo in Santa Barbara, Calif. and executive chef and director of food and beverage positions at Stonebridge Companies/Hilton Properties in Anchorage, Alaska and Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans, La. Mendoza’s responsibilities included menu development, staff recruitment and management while overseeing daily restaurant and bar operations.
