Our Story

Daniel and Jessica come to the VI with a committed background in hospitality. After serving in the U.S. Army overseas for 4 years (2001-2005), Dan entered into restaurants as an Operations Manager for P.F. Chang’s China Bistro in Ranch Mirage, CA. After managing a number of P.F. Chang’s establishments, Dan became an Operating Partner for the company in 2007. In 2008, Dan joined the boutique, but highly energized La Casa del Camino Hotel in Laguna Beach and in 2009 took a position as Food and Beverage Manager at the Montage Resort and Spa in Laguna Beach.

After general management of Montage’s Loft and Studio restaurants with a stint opening Scarpetta at Montage in Beverly Hills, Dan and his family agreed it was time to evaluate ownership opportunities.

Jessica’s background in hospitality focuses in on sales, catering and event planning. Jessica spent four years as Sales and Events Coordinator for La Casa del Camino Hotel in Laguna Beach, CA prior to moving to that same position at the 350-seat, Mozambique Restaurant in Laguna Beach, CA.

Jessica’s passion and attention to detail in event planning provides a unique skill to the long-term development of the Village Inn. Dan and Jessica took over operations at the Village Inn on April 18th 2012 after opening the Black Diamond Tavern in Big Bear Lake, CA December 31st, 2011. Adding to an already healthy schedule, Jessica gave birth to their daughter, Lilah Jai Miller, on October 14, 2012.