Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe appoints Fermin Roque as Executive Chef

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA – Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe announce the appointment of Fermin Roque as Executive Chef, bringing a global culinary perspective and an innovative approach to the resort’s food and beverage programming. With a career spanning luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, and international culinary experiences across the U.S., Spain, Curaçao, and Mexico, Chef Roque brings an ingredient-driven philosophy, deep respect for seasonal flavors, and a passion for experiential dining to Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe.

In his new role, Chef Roque will oversee all culinary operations at Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe’s five distinct dining venues, including JWB Prime Steak and Seafood, LandShark Bar & Grill, License to Chill Bar, Come Monday Café, and Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions. Under his leadership, the resort will introduce a new lineup of immersive dining options, including quarterly themed and branded dinners, hands-on cooking classes for children, and specialty menus for holidays and seasonal celebrations.

“I believe every great dish starts with respect for the ingredients and the story they tell,” said Chef Roque. “Throughout my career, I have embraced leadership through teamwork, fostering creativity and collaboration in the kitchen. I’m excited to bring this philosophy to Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe, introducing new culinary offerings that blend the resort’s signature island spirit with the vibrant flavors of the Sierra Nevada region.”

Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions.

Chef Roque comes to Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe from Davenport Hotels in Spokane, WA, where he served as Chef de Cuisine and Complex Banquet Sous Chef, overseeing large-scale banquet operations, special events, and VIP dining across multiple properties. His previous experience includes executive roles at Courtyard Mexico City Airport, Le Méridien Mexico City, and JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa, where he specialized in menu development, culinary innovation, and guest-driven dining.

In addition to his extensive background in hotel and resort kitchens, fine dining, and large-scale event execution, Chef Roque is known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to create engaging, memorable dining experiences. His vision for Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe’s culinary program will embrace the region’s vibrant seasonal ingredients while infusing the brand’s signature laid-back island-inspired flavors with fresh, elevated twists.

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