Jason Gordon is a highly experienced hospitality professional with over 30 years of dedicated service across virtually every facet of the food and beverage industry. His career began with independent restaurants in Ohio before he moved to Denver, Colorado, where he contributed his expertise to Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants and Vail Resorts. He then expanded his influence in Portland, Oregon, overseeing multiple properties within its burgeoning culinary scene. Returning to Denver in 2017, Jason played a pivotal role in the successful launch of Departure with James Beard Award-winning Chef Gregory Gourdet. Jason possesses a strong passion for mentoring and developing talented individuals within the culinary field, coupled with a strong commitment to contributing to the broader restaurant community.