Serafin Garcia
Executive Chef

Serafin Garcia joined Navarre Hospitality Group in 2019, beginning his journey as a cook at The Matterhorn. With a passion for culinary excellence and strong leadership skills, Serafin has since risen to oversee kitchen operations for three of Navarre’s premier venues in South Bend: The Armory, The Brick, and Palais Royale, along with off-premises events.

A graduate of The Art Institute of California–San Diego in 2010, Serafin spent nearly a decade honing his craft at the renowned Mister A’s Restaurant, where he worked under acclaimed French Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler. This experience helped shape his refined approach to cuisine and his dedication to quality and creativity in the kitchen.

Outside of work, Serafin enjoys golfing, smoking meats, and spending time with his wife, Lauren, their two children, Wynter and Sylas, and their dog, Darla. A proud fan of all Chicago sports teams, Serafin lives by the mantra: “Work hard, play harder.”

One of his proudest accomplishments is being entrusted with the leadership of culinary operations across Navarre’s South Bend venues—a role he approaches with passion, precision, and pride.