Jacob joined Taste at a dishwasher. He showed interest in learning knife skills and that was all it took. Jake has become a very valuable member of the Taste Culinary team working the grill, saute, pantry, expediter and hot apps. He is in charge of the weekly deep cleaning of the Taste kitchen as well.

Jake is from Pioneer and enjoys the outdoors of Amador County. On his days off he can be found exploring the lakes, rivers and streams with his fishing pole or hiking with his dogs.