About Tanner Johnson

Tanner Johnson is a Private Chef and Food & Beverage Director based in Newport Beach, California. With over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality, he specializes in delivering bespoke, high-end dining experiences aboard private yachts, in exclusive homes and estates, and at private events.

Known for his calm demeanor under pressure and meticulous attention to detail, Tanner creates personalized menus that reflect worldly cuisine at the highest standards of quality and guest satisfaction. He is deeply passionate about clean, mindful cooking, prioritizing seed oil-free, organic, wild-caught, and grass-fed ingredients whenever possible, while expertly accommodating diverse dietary needs and wellness goals.

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Professional Background

Tanner’s career spans executive roles in fine dining restaurants and five-star resorts, now dedicated to ultra-private luxury service.

A world-class mixologist and sommelier, Tanner creates seamless food and beverage experiences that consistently surpass expectations. Guests rave about his creative, globally inspired menus that masterfully blend California Coastal, Mediterranean, Asian, French, and other international cuisines. He brings high-level precision and techniques honed in some of the country’s finest restaurants, along with professionalism, creativity, and a genuine dedication to every client’s personal preferences and wellness goals.

Formerly with five-star resorts and their award-winning restaurants, including The Phoenician Resort & Canyon Suites, Sheraton Grand Wild Horse Pass, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort, Thompson San Antonio, and Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel, as well as Fox Restaurant Concepts, Tanner has delivered private culinary and beverage service around the world for celebrities, high-profile clientele, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. He brings five-star expertise, adaptability, and press-recognized excellence to every engagement.

Whether aboard a yacht, in a waterfront estate, or at an intimate gathering, Tanner turns every occasion into a memorable, personalized culinary experience.

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