Sean Wrest, Head Chef at Aven

Sean Wrest, Head Chef at Aven, Preston.

Sean was born in Leyburn, Wensleydale, and began his career at Darlington College where he his first professional kitchen job was working for Roux Scholar Jonathan Harrison at the Sandpiper Inn.

As Head Chef of Roots in York, Sean led the team to win their Michelin Star in 2021 – York’s first ever star!  Sean has also worked at two 3* restaurants; the incomparable Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire, and Maaemo in Oslo, Norway. 

Alongside working in some fantastic kitchens, Sean has won various awards himself including Staff Canteen ‘One to Watch’ 2020 and an Acorn Award in 2021.