The University Club of Milwaukee today announced that it has named David Magnasco as culinary director. In his new role, Magnasco will oversee all culinary operations at both the City and Country Club. Magnasco joins the University Club with more than 27 years of professional culinary experience working in restaurants and private clubs throughout the world. He also serves as the executive chef and owner of “The Chef’s Table,” the region’s first fully private dining restaurant.

Magnasco will continue to serve in this role in addition to working as culinary director. While at the University Club, he will split time between its City and Country Clubs, and will focus his efforts on menu development, kitchen staff training, and on crafting unforgettable culinary and wine events for members.