WILL TROVER is a multi-disciplinary chef, specializing in Japanese cuisine.

Combining his passion for food, esteemed technical skills and operational strength, he works daily to innovate and mentor with a modern approach while leveraging the wisdom of classical technique and tradition.

He believes food is love. And love is life.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Chef →
Morimoto, Philadelphia
2024—Present

Executive Chef →
Le Diplomate, Washington, DC
2022-2024

Executive Chef →
MAKOTO, Miami Beach
2019–2022

Executive Sous Chef →
El Vez, Fort Lauderdale
2018-2019

Executive Sous Chef →
MAKOTO, Miami Beach
2016–2018

Sous Chef →
The Continental, Miami Beach
2016–2018

Sous Chef →
RED, The Steakhouse, Miami Beach
2012-2015

ACCOLADES

People Leader of the Year → STARR Restaurants, 2020

Chef Scholar Recipient → The Gohan Society, 2023