Since working for WILDFIRE for five years, Paul Guerrero has used his position as Chef to promote and develop a new form of American cuisine – rooted in tradition with a vision towards the future. Paul draws his inspiration for food from his family. His culinary education began at home when he was tasked with the responsibilities of feeding and caring for his siblings. It was in the home environment that he learned both the significance of good food and food’s ability to bring people together. Paul has continued to develop his career through working for Wolfgang Puck, Joe Decker, and great chefs alike. In developing food’s role in the community, Paul has participated in various charities at St. Jude’s and The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center. In his free time he has also given lectures at Kendell College and the University of Illinois. Paul currently lives in Chicago, IL and has three kids, Gavin, Ethan and Aubrie.
