Dave Wasson

The Path

Dave Wasson is executive chef of The Summit, a role he has held since 2024, while also serving as executive chef of Aramark. The work calls for consistency, standards, and restraint in service of a simple outcome: food that is dependable, lively, and worth the meal. In a professional kitchen, that discipline matters as much as speed.

The Work Today

At The Summit, Dave Wasson keeps the menu moving without losing sight of freshness. His own terms are direct: “We’re working hard keeping things fresh and seasonal.” That shows what the kitchen is organized around, timeliness, clean flavors, and the discipline of cooking to the moment rather than past it. The result is a service built to feel polished without becoming stiff.

In Their Words Dave Wasson puts the job in human terms: “I just want everybody to have a good meal and walk out with a full belly and a smile on their face.” The line is spare, but it defines the standard. The goal is not attention; it is a meal that satisfies and sends people out in good shape. That same priority shows up in his emphasis on freshness: “We’re working hard keeping things fresh and seasonal.” Taken together, the remarks describe a kitchen focused on practical craft, food that is well made, timely, and meant to be enjoyed.

Career - Executive chef, The Summit, Lynchburg, VA (2024–present) - Executive chef, Aramark, Lynchburg, United States

FAQ What is Dave Wasson's craft? Executive chef, The Summit, 2024.