i. Biography
From cookery school in Los Angeles to a long tenure in Rutherford, Robert Curry’s work maps a steady climb through California kitchens that prize control, consistency, and place. The throughline is technique and responsibility: formal study first, then progressively larger roles, then a sustained executive post at Auberge du Soleil, where Wine Country cuisine has defined his practice since 2005.
Coming Up
Training at Ma Cuisine in Los Angeles, California (from 1986) put Robert Curry on the line before his career moved into management. The next step, as Executive Sous Chef at Domaine Chandon in Yountville, California, sharpened the mechanics of precision and service. From there, he held Executive Chef posts at Flying Fish Café in Orlando, Florida, and Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena, California. The sequence is straightforward: each role added scope, but the work remained grounded in discipline, place, and control of the kitchen. Since 2005, Curry has served as Executive Chef of Auberge du Soleil, where that progression settled into a long-running Wine Country identity.
Where They Are Now
At Auberge du Soleil in Rutherford, California, Curry’s remit has been Wine Country cuisine since 2005. The style suits a chef working from restraint rather than display: ingredients, timing, and finish matter more than ornament. What reads here is continuity, not a brief appointment. The position extends back to early training in Los Angeles and through years of increasing responsibility, giving the kitchen a steady hand rather than a passing signature. About ingredients and reliability, Curry has said, "Pacific Gourmet has been my go to for quality specialty ingredients since 1994. Sandy and the team always come through for me and my guests."
In Their Words “Pacific Gourmet has been my go to for quality specialty ingredients since 1994. Sandy and the team always come through for me and my guests.”
Honors
Robert's honors include Michelin Star (2006).
Profile updated August 2026
FAQ
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What is Robert Curry's current role?
Robert Curry is Executive Chef.
Where did Robert Curry work before?
Earlier in their career, Robert Curry worked at Ma Cuisine, Domaine Chandon, and Flying Fish Café.
What recognition has Robert Curry received?
Michelin Star (2006).
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