Executive Chef

Executive Chef, Executive Chef

Executive Chef is currently the Executive Chef of the Five Diamond Ojai Valley Inn & Spa in Ojai, CA where he oversees all special events, banquets and catering, in addition to five dining outlets. Chef Minton has gone on to be recognized by the Los Angeles Times, Santa Barbara News Press, 805 Living magazine, and a bevy of others.

Minton's passion for our environment and local community is evident in his lifestyle. Minton tends to the herb garden and many of the vegetables and tomatoes on Maravilla's menu are from the Inn's garden. He's a regular at the Sunday Ojai Farmer's Market and is an advocate of the Monterey Bay Aquariums Sea Food Watch Program, a strong supporter of sustainable seafood practices.

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