Xavier Ortega

Xavier Ortega is a seasoned culinary professional currently serving as the Kitchen Manager at The Violet Hour speakeasy in Chicago, where leadership of a small team of cooks and oversight of proper food handling and preparation is essential. Previous experience includes roles as a Lead Section/Prep Cook at Sodexo Live! at the Chicago Botanic Gardens and a Line Cook at Rockwells Neighborhood Grill, among others. Additionally, Xavier has a background in photography, having worked as a Photo Editor for both The DePaulia and Northern Star Media, where management of photography teams and event assignments were key responsibilities. Xavier holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from DePaul University and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Northern Illinois University.