Chef
Jason Balestrieri
- Discipline
- Chef
i. Biography
The Path
Milwaukee Area Technical College is the listed training ground, and Jason Balestrieri’s record since then has been built around a single long-running post: Executive Chef / partner / general manager at Cantinetta Luca. That combination of roles, held since 2008, puts kitchen leadership, ownership, and service oversight in one seat.
The Work Today
The work in Carmel-by-the-Sea has stayed centered on the 2008 appointment. At Cantinetta Luca, Jason Balestrieri’s title covers the pass, the partnership, and the dining room, which is not a common division of labor but a clear one.
Career - Executive Chef / partner / general manager — Cantinetta Luca, Carmel, California (2008–present) Education: Milwaukee Area Technical College
Signature
Jason Balestrieri’s signature items include La Maialata IV: Celebration of the Pig, Mortadella al Tartufo, Genovese salami, and cornetto. The list points to a practice grounded in charcuterie, cured meats, and composed Italian baking rather than a single specialty lane.
In Their Words “I always had an affinity for food.”
FAQ What is Jason Balestrieri's current role? As of 2026, Jason Balestrieri is Executive Chef/Partner/General Manager. Where did Jason Balestrieri train or study? Jason Balestrieri trained at Milwaukee Area Technical College.
