Vernetta Stewart
Chef Vernetta started her culinary career with a drive to gain knowledge. Vernetta graduated from culinary school in 2008 with an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Management and an Associate’s Degree in Restaurant Management. She graduated on the President’s List and became Certified with the American Culinary Federation(ACF).
Her culinary career began at Amelia Island Plantation in Amelia Island, FL, a Triple AAA, Four Diamond resort. Vernetta Executive Sous Chef position with Ponte Vedra Inn & Club a Triple AAA Five Diamond resort, allowed her to continually hone her craft. The experience and knowledge gained from the Amelia Island Plantation & Ponte Vedra Inn and Club enabled Vernetta to open A Cook for You Catering services in 2008. After 15 years in business Vernetta opened The Palate brick-and-mortar in the winter 2023. The Palate offers luxury private dinners and cooking classes for all ages
Vernetta has always had the heart to help others. Through her culinary skills, she supports local non-profit organizations in her city by providing culinary training, safety and sanitation training, meal preparations and meal delivery.
Vernetta has been featured in several publications including Edible Magazine, The Buzz, Florida Times Union, Healthy Living, Food, and Southern Living. Vernetta was invited to serve as a guest chef for Super Bowl XLIII 2009 in Tampa, Florida. With over 16 years of culinary experience Vernetta’s passion for culinary continues to thrive.
