Behind any reputable business there stands a team of valiant individuals who come together in order to produce something magnificent; Tantalum is no exception.
General Manager Kristen Schwarze, with a background covering restaurants across the nation is one of the many faces that have helped Tantalum achieve its superlative status. Classy yet chic, with an ambitious passion for hospitality, Schwarze creates an environment concentrated on the guest. Her inviting personality and acute attention to detail ensures that each visit to Tantalum be just as unforgettable as the first.
Working alongside Schwarze is Long Beach local and Executive Chef, Jack Daniel Robertson. While studying to receive his degree in Advanced Culinary Arts from Orange Coast College, Robertson had the opportunity to experience both low and high-volume restaurants, honing his skills as well as working next to some of Southern California’s most creative culinary artists. Since then, his resume has come to include an array of prestigious kitchens such as the Meritage in Irvine and the Four Seasons Hotel in Newport Beach. Chef Robertson’s passion for food is undeniable, as is evident by his insistence on seasonal produce in addition to his culinary creations, fusing California cuisine with the soul of Asia.
