Wes Zelio

Wes Zelio joins the Kumoya team with an impressive two-decade career in restaurant operations.
He began his journey in Denver in restaurants and after being at Tiffany & Co. as a trainer for many years, he wanted to return to the vibrancy of restaurants and found that the prestigious Los Angeles restaurant scene was the perfect landing spot. He found a passion working in restaurants ranging from izakayas to sushi, to kaiseki, including notable spots such as Katana on Sunset, the opening of En Japanese Brasserie's Los Angeles outpost, Akatora in Manhattan Beach, Sushi Roku in Hollywood, and Mastro's.
Wes's path in restaurant operations has been defined by an unwavering commitment to excellence and a devotion to hospitality.

In his role as Kumoya and Bar Kumo's General Manager, he embodies the spirit of mentorship, nurturing the talents of the dining room team. Wes's true passion lies in the heartbeat of the restaurant, the diverse clientele, and the constant drive to expand his culinary knowledge.