Marcel Vigneron
Pausmith Group - Malibu, CA
With over 30 years of culinary experience, Marcel Vigneron has dedicated his life to exploring gastronomy and refining his craft. Known for his creativity, global influences, and passion for sustainability, Vigneron sees each dish as an opportunity to honor tradition, connect cultures, nourish the body, and preserve the planet.
A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), Vigneron earned both an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts and a Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management. He continued his studies in Napa Valley through CIA’s Fellowship and Continuing Education programs, laying the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of culinary excellence.
Vigneron first gained international recognition as the runner-up on season two of Bravo’s Top Chef at just 25 years old. Over the next two decades, he competed on numerous culinary shows including Iron Chef, Cutthroat Kitchen, Chopped, Tournament of Champions, and most recently, won Food Network’s 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing. He also starred in and produced Marcel’s Quantum Kitchen on Syfy, where his signature style and vibrant personality reached a global audience.
Vigneron has worked with some of the world’s most celebrated chefs, including Joël Robuchon, Michael Mina, and José Andrés. He trained in Spain at El Taller, the atelier of Ferran Adrià of the legendary El Bulli, and served as Executive Sous Chef at The Bazaar at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, which earned the first four-star LA Times review in five years. He’s also helmed the kitchens of top Los Angeles venues such as Wolf, Chateau Marmont, the Beverly Hilton, and Lemon Grove at The Aster.
Vigneron’s cuisine reflects his deep-rooted food memories and a constant drive to innovate. He’s known for reinventing classics, showcasing peak seasonal ingredients, and designing menus that balance nostalgia with forward-thinking technique. Teaching children to cook and shifting public perceptions around food remain two of his greatest passions.
Based in Malibu, Marcel Vigneron is a proud husband and father. Beyond the kitchen, he lends his time to philanthropic causes, produces immersive culinary experiences, and serves as co-owner and face of Original Orgreenic Cookware and Knives.
