Dave Paterniti

Chef de Cuisine

Dave Paterniti discovered his passion for cooking at an early age, spending countless hours in the kitchen alongside his mother. By the time he was eight years old, he knew he wanted to become a chef.

After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America in 2014, Dave joined the team at Talula's Garden, where he quickly advanced through the kitchen, taking on increasing responsibility before joining the opening team at Vernick Fish in 2019.

For more than seven years, Dave has been an integral part of the restaurant's evolution, helping shape its identity from day one. Today, as Chef de Cuisine, he leads the culinary team with a steady hand, overseeing daily service while mentoring the next generation of cooks and upholding the ingredient-driven approach that defines Vernick Fish.