Staff
PHIL BARNES, EXECUTIVE CHEF
Phil was born in Ontario, Canada and moved to Charlotte when he was fourteen with his family. His first job in a kitchen was as a dishwasher at a small local café when he was fifteen. It was there with his passion and interest in food, that was inspired by him and his mother, who was always cooking and baking at home, grew as he quickly moved up through various positions in the kitchen.
Working under some great chefs at this time, Phil achieved the role of Sous Chef at The Lamplighter Restaurant where he remained until its closing. Soon after, he became the Executive Chef of Patou French Bistro for four years. Seeking new challenges and greater opportunity, he began work at Noble’s Restaurant in late 2006. He was offered the position of Sous Chef in 2007.
Phil enjoys the passion, work ethic and commitment to excellence that Chef Jim Noble and his entire staff has at Noble’s Grille. Where each day represents new challenges and learning opportunities, Phil feels privileged to be a part of the Winston-Salem community.
When he is not at the restaurant, Phil enjoys reading and watching movies with his son Max.
SPENCE WILCOX, RESTAURANT MANAGER & BANQUET COORDINATOR
JOHN FULP, MANAGING PARTNER
Originally from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, John Fulp began his Triad-based food industry career at the ripe, young age of 15 and now brings four decades of food and beverage experience to Noble’s Grille as the restaurant’s managing partner. At Noble’s, Fulp works with the restaurant’s Executive Chef Phil Barnes and other staff members to ensure that the highest level of service and the highest level of quality meal is delivered to each guest that enters the restaurant.
Fulp has been the managing partner for Noble’s Grille in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for over 10 years. He began his career while attending High Point University and working in various bars and restaurants throughout his time in college. After graduation, he worked at the Hyatt House in Hugo’s Rotisserie for 10 years before working in Ryan’s Steaks, Chops and Seafood for the next decade.
“I have been in the food industry for quite some time and working for Noble’s Grille has been an incredible experience in my career,” says Fulp. “Our restaurant offers the finest New Local Southern Cuisine and I enjoy ensuring our food and service is top quality every day,” he adds.
