The Lodge at Blue Sky, part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Guillermo Tellez as its new Executive Chef. Tellez, a Mexico native and the inaugural recipient of the James Beard Foundation’s Felipe Rojas-Lombardi Award of Achievement for Hispanic Chefs, is set to bring a new era of culinary excellence to the resort’s renowned signature restaurant, Yuta.
Originally hailing from Hidalgo in Michoacan, Mexico, Tellez discovered his passion for cooking early on and earned his degree from the Kendall College for Culinary Arts and Madeleine Kammen’s Professional Cooking School for American Chefs. With over 30 years of culinary experience, Tellez has left his mark on various distinguished restaurants, including Charlie Trotter’s New York Sodexho, Executive Dining Concepts, Red Owl Tavern in Pennsylvania, and Flora Farms in Baja California’s San Jose Del Cabo.
Joe Ogdie, General Manager of The Lodge at Blue Sky, expressed excitement about Tellez’s appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Guillermo Tellez as our new Executive Chef. With his impressive experience and deep understanding of farm-to-table dining, he will lead our talented culinary team and collaborate closely with the onsite farm to expand our epicurean offerings.”
Tellez, known for his passion for organic plants and humanely raised animals, will work closely with Lynsey Gammon, the property’s Director of Farming, who employs regenerative methods at the onsite Gracie’s Farm. Together, they will collaborate on the menu’s conception, drawing inspiration from the farm’s abundant harvest of greens, garlic, tomatoes, root vegetables, honey, and herbs, among other seasonal produce.
“I am honored to oversee the acclaimed culinary team at Blue Sky and bring a fresh perspective and innovative menu to our guests,” said Guillermo Tellez, Executive Chef at The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection. “Our commitment to sustainable practices and culinary excellence remains a top priority, and I am looking forward to showcasing the unique flavors of the Wasatch Mountain Range.”
For more information about The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection, please visit the official website at aubergeresorts.com/bluesky. The resort, located in Park City, Utah’s Wasatch Mountain Range, offers a luxurious contemporary mountain retreat on 3,500 private acres, surrounded by breathtaking peaks and natural beauty. Guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures, immersive experiences, and exquisite dining at YUTA, featuring ingredients sourced from the onsite organic farm.
