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    Jonathan Kinsella

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    Portrait of Jonathan Kinsella

    Portrait of Jonathan Kinsella

    i. Biography

    Jonathan Kinsella’s work is built from formal training and kitchen repetition. AB Properties and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College sit at the base of a career that has moved through Executive Chef roles in San Diego and Singapore before arriving in Venice.

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    The Path

    Training at AB Properties and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College gave Jonathan Kinsella the framework for a career organized around discipline, timing, and repeatable execution. In Venice, that foundation now supports his work as Executive Chef at Harrys Dolci.

    The Work Today

    At Harrys Dolci, the kitchen leads through Italian Venetian cuisine, and that specialty defines Jonathan Kinsella’s current remit. The role keeps the focus on regional technique and on maintaining a clear culinary register in Venice.

    In Their Words “I owe my training and much of my business acumen to him.” “It takes a lifetime to become a great chef.”

    Acclaim

    The record is framed by two statements that point to the same standard: training is cumulative, and kitchen work is measured over time. “I owe my training and much of my business acumen to him.” The second line sharpens the point: “It takes a lifetime to become a great chef.”

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    FAQ

    Asked of Jonathan

    • What is Jonathan Kinsella's current role?

      As of 2026, Jonathan Kinsella is Executive Chef.

    • Where did Jonathan Kinsella train or study?

      Jonathan Kinsella trained at AB Properties and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.

    • What is Jonathan Kinsella known for?

      Italian Venetian cuisine.

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