i. Biography
Astrit Memetaj works across two kitchens, but the through-line is the same: Italian cooking built on restraint, warmth, and clean execution. At MARIO in Wijdewormer, that means letting good product carry the plate. In St. Gallen, the same discipline defines his parallel role at Restaurant Zum Goldenen Schäfli, where he has been head chef since 2015.
Coming Up
The cross-border shape of Astrit Memetaj’s work is a fixed point: head chef at Zum Goldenen Schäfli since 2015, alongside his role as chef of MARIO. The arrangement speaks to repetition, standards, and the management of a kitchen over time. Italian cooking remains the constant between St. Gallen and Wijdewormer, giving both posts a shared register even as the settings differ.
Where They Are Now
At MARIO in Wijdewormer, Astrit Memetaj cooks within an Italian framework that favors clarity over excess. The style suits the restaurant’s identity, and his role gives that identity daily form. The same approach extends to Restaurant Zum Goldenen Schäfli in St. Gallen, where he continues as head chef. Across both kitchens, the work is defined by consistency, technique, and a steady allegiance to Italian cooking.
Signature
Italian cooking is Astrit Memetaj’s defining specialty. It sets the terms of his work at MARIO in Wijdewormer and at Restaurant Zum Goldenen Schäfli in St. Gallen, where he has been head chef since 2015. The emphasis is on control, balance, and confidence in the ingredient rather than ornament. That focus gives his career a clear line: one cuisine, carried with consistency across two roles.
Profile updated August 2026
FAQ
Asked of Astrit
What is Astrit Memetaj's current role?
As of 2026, Astrit Memetaj is Chef.
What is Astrit Memetaj known for?
Italian cooking.
