Executive Chef Joey Sergentakis discovered his passion for cooking at a young age, inspired by his Italian grandmother’s kitchen. Joey’s culinary roots are deeply tied to his family’s produce businesses, where he began his professional career at the age of 15. Initially trained in the techniques of French cuisine, Joey later developed a love for Asian culinary traditions, blending diverse influences throughout his career.

Joey’s journey includes working alongside world-renowned chefs, beginning in New York City with Daniel Boulud and extending to Europe, where he honed his skills under Philippe Rochat and Alain Ducasse. His culinary expertise grew further during his time with Gray Kunz in Hong Kong, where he refined his methodical approach to cooking.

Living for more than a decade in Asia—including seven years in Hong Kong and four in Singapore—Joey’s style evolved as he immersed himself in the local flavors, techniques, and ingredients of the region. His culinary adventure took off when he became Chef de Cuisine at Café Gray Deluxe in Hong Kong’s prestigious Upper House hotel, where his talent for balancing complex Asian flavors helped the restaurant earn a Michelin Star and a place among Hong Kong’s top dining destinations.

In 2015, Joey served as the opening Executive Chef at Mr. and Mrs. Fox, where his culinary innovation garnered the Best New Restaurant award from Hong Kong Tatler. His passion for Asian cuisine led him to explore progressive kitchens throughout Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, expanding his culinary repertoire and knowledge of regional ingredients.

By 2017, Joey was appointed Group Executive Chef of CÉ LA VI in Singapore, he opened and overseen the culinary operations across multiple Asian cities, including Singapore, Tokyo, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Dubai. His distinct take on Modern Asian cuisine earned him the title of Best Asian Chef by the World Gourmet Summit during his first year in Singapore. Joey’s mastery of modern cooking techniques and his signature approach to bold, layered flavors have consistently set him apart, adding an element of theatricality to his dining experiences that resonates beyond the plate.

Since returning to the U.S. in 2022, Joey has successfully opened three acclaimed restaurants in New Jersey. Boschetto, an authentic Italian eatery in Montclair, was named one of the top ten best new restaurants in the state. In Bergen County, Joey launched Allendale Social, a contemporary fine-dining establishment, and Charlie’s Place, a warm and family-friendly gastropub in Waldwick, NJ, all of which have become local favorites.