Chef

René Schudel

Discipline: Chef

Portrait of René Schudel

i. Biography

René Schudel is defined first by his 2006–2019 run as host and chef at Restaurant Benacus in Unterseen, Switzerland. He later brought that host-chef model to another Unterseen address.

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The Climb

René Schudel trained at Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, Interlaken, laying the foundation for a career shaped by discipline, precision, and a refined sense of hospitality.

Signature

René's signature dishes include Schudel's Food Stories, Zero Foodwaste Kitchen, and Funky Kitchen Club.

In Their Words “Every day being able to go to work with joy is one of my personal recipes for success.”

Recognition

His own measure of work is plain: "Every day being able to go to work with joy is one of my personal recipes for success." Story sits close to the cooking, too: "Almost every recipe has its origin in a story." Away from the stove, he adds, ""

FAQ What is René Schudel's current role? As of 2026, René Schudel is Host and Chef. Where did René Schudel train or study? René Schudel trained at Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, Interlaken.