Veteran Chef Dommen Starts New Chapter at Hestan Napa

Former One Market chef brings decades of experience to Napa Valley restaurant

Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:01am by Ben Kaplan

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph showing a chef's hands chopping ingredients on a wooden cutting board, with the scene blurred and softened in a warm, hazy light.A veteran chef embarks on a new culinary journey, blending his decades of experience with the vibrant flavors of Napa Valley.San Francisco Today

Mark Dommen, a veteran chef with 36 years of experience, has taken on a new role at Hestan Napa after the closure of his previous restaurant, One Market, in San Francisco. Dommen is reflecting on his long career in the industry and the challenges it has faced.

Why it matters

The closure of One Market, a long-standing San Francisco restaurant, marks the end of an era for the city's dining scene. Dommen's move to Hestan Napa represents a new chapter for the acclaimed chef as he brings his expertise to the Napa Valley.

The details

After serving as the executive chef at One Market in San Francisco for over three decades, Mark Dommen has taken on a new role at Hestan Napa in the Napa Valley. Dommen, who has 36 years of experience in the industry, is now leading the kitchen at the Hestan Napa restaurant, bringing his culinary talents to the renowned wine region.

  • One Market closed in early 2026.
  • Dommen started his new role at Hestan Napa in March 2026.

The players

Mark Dommen

A veteran chef with 36 years of experience, Dommen previously served as the executive chef at One Market in San Francisco before taking on a new role at Hestan Napa.

Hestan Napa

A restaurant located in the Napa Valley that has hired Mark Dommen as its new executive chef.

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What they’re saying

“After so many years at One Market, I'm excited to embark on this new chapter and bring my experience to Hestan Napa.”

— Mark Dommen, Executive Chef

The takeaway

Dommen's move to Hestan Napa represents the resilience and adaptability of veteran chefs in the face of industry challenges, as they seek out new opportunities to showcase their culinary talents.