ART GIBSON

rt Gibson has been in the food service business since 1969, starting as a dishwasher for his stepfather in an upscale steakhouse in Van Nuys. From there he went on to work in several restaurants of all kinds and secured his first position as Head Chef at the age of 18 at a popular nightclub in North Hollywood.

From there Art moved on to work in many establishments and was mentored by some the best in the business. Art's 34 years of "on the job" education has included a vast cross-section of food service. Including Italian, French, Greek, Mexican, BBQ, eclectic, Middle Eastern and American restaurants. Also, he has held Chef positions at Country Clubs, Hotels, Movie Studios, Airlines and Delis.

More recently Art has had the opportunity to attend classes at CIA in Napa, regularly attends seminars and conferences to keep up on food trends and styles, and for the past 2 years has attended some of the worlds largest food shows in Europe.

Art is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals, The Research Chefs Association and the American Culinary Association. Art gives classes for our Chefs at Gelson's, occasionally holds in-store classes for our customers, and gives seminars at the request of the industry.

Art's lengthy, well-rounded food service experience has brought Gelson's customers a wide variety original specialty dishes, recipes and programs that can only be found at Gelson's.