OUR STORY
Hill Top Hospitality’s flagship restaurant, Hearth and Hill, opened in Kimball Junction, Park City, in 2018. Designed as a “gathering spot for every occasion,” it offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a diverse menu that celebrates fresh, local ingredients.
2018
In response to growing demand for high-quality catering services, Hill’s Kitchen Catering launched in 2022. Built on the success of Hearth and Hill, the catering division brought Hill Top Hospitality’s signature creativity and dedication to every event.
2022
Launched in 2022 alongside its catering services, Hill’s Kitchen Cafe features a large pastry kitchen brimming with fresh and delicious pastries, cakes and other goodies, together with frozen family meals, home made ice cream, grab and go, a barista bar and fast-casual menus for breakfast and lunch
2022
In 2022, we unified our growing family of dining concepts under the name Leave Room For Dessert Eateries. Inspired by our belief that you should always “leave room for dessert”.
2022
Expanding into downtown Salt Lake City, Hill Top Hospitality opened Urban Hill in 2022. This elevated dining destination combines modern elegance with a focus on locally sourced ingredients and innovative culinary techniques.
2022
In 2024, the restaurant group was renamed Hill Top Hospitality to unify its diverse concepts under a cohesive brand. The name combines the group’s fondness for “Hill” with its emphasis on “Top Hospitality.” Its H-mountain logo borrows its profile from area landmark Mt Timpanogos.
2024
The second location of Hearth and Hill opened early 2025 in Sugar House, at the new Residences at Sugar Alley, bringing the restaurant’s signature blend of exceptional dining and inviting atmosphere to a new community. This location offers the same dedication to fresh, locally inspired ingredients, providing both familiar favorites and exciting new experiences.
2025
Hill’s Kitchen opens its second location in early 2025, next to Hearth and Hill, further establishing itself as a go-to spot for café goodies and grab and go, as well as casual dining. With the same commitment to quality and personalized service, the new location brings Hill’s Kitchen’s creative culinary offerings and community-driven atmosphere to a thriving part of Salt Lake City.
2025
OUR COMMITMENT
"To inspire our associates, thrill our guests,
and enrich our community."
WHY HILL TOP HOSPITALITY?
We named our restaurant group Hill Top Hospitality to honor our roots and embody our vision. The word “Hill” is a common thread through our establishments, as captured by our logo that borrows its profile from area landmark Mt Timpanogos, reflecting our connection to Utah’s stunning landscapes, from the peaks of the Wasatch Mountains to the welcoming hills of Park City. It’s a nod to the places we call home and the experiences that inspire us. “Top” represents our unwavering commitment to excellence — not just in the food we serve, but in the memories we create for our guests. Together, Hill Top Hospitality symbolizes our passion for delivering elevated dining experiences in every sense.
Our commitment is simple yet profound: to inspire our associates, thrill our guests, and enrich our community. We believe that hospitality begins with empowering our team, fostering a culture of growth, passion, and creativity. This dedication radiates outward, creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and meaningful connections within our community. Hill Top Hospitality is more than a name; it’s a promise to continually strive for excellence and to make a positive impact in everything we do.
MEET OUR TEAM
BROOKS KIRCHHEIMER
CO-OWNER
Hearth and Hill in Park City represented Brooks’s entrée into restaurant ownership, a lifelong dream. The California native earned a Restaurant and Hotel Management degree from the University of Denver, then started his restaurant management career at Montage hotels, in Beverly Hills and then Deer Valley. After resurrecting Main Street’s landmark Zoom restaurant, Brooks and his wife Catherine moved to Maui, where he was Assistant General Manager at famed restaurateur Peter Merriman’s eponymous oceanside restaurant. Brooks, Catherine, their children and dog call Park City home.
SHERRY & DAVID KIRCHHEIMER
CO-OWNERS
Sherry and David, Park City homeowners since 2007, were eager to support their restaurateur son Brooks’s lifetime goal of starting his own business in 2018 with Hearth and Hill. All family members, including their two daughters, have a sweet tooth; hence, the extensive pastry kitchen and staff at Hill’s Kitchen Park City that serves all the restaurants. Sherry, a family nurse practitioner, and David, a businessman, chime in with observations from their guest perspectives, to help ensure the eateries deliver on their commitment to “Thrill our guests!”
Aly Wallman
Director of Business Development and Event Sales & Services
Aly’s a superstar in catering and events, thanks to her experience at several renowned properties. A Kennebunkport, Maine native and graduate of nearby Colby-Sawyer College, she launched her career at Kennebunkport’s 5-star White Barn Inn, before becoming Meeting and Event Manager at St. Regis Deer Valley in 2011. In 2014 Aly was recruited by Montage Deer Valley, where she was promoted up to Director of Catering and Conference Services, before joining Hill Top Hospitality in July 2023. Aly, a Level One Sommelier, enjoys skiing, hiking and golf with her family and their dog.
ANDREW FLETCHER
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Originally from a small town in Ohio, Andrew discovered his passion for hospitality after landing his first restaurant job at just 16 years old. Having grown up in the grocery business, food and hospitality were in his blood. Realizing that a traditional college path wasn’t the right fit, he earned an Associate Degree at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Andrew’s two decades of experience prior to joining Hill Top Hospitality in 2026 included Culinary and Operational positions of increasing responsibility in popular recreational locations across five States. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and taking advantage of Utah’s incredible outdoors.
skyler beck
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
Introducing Skyler, a versatile professional hailing from American Fork, Utah. At the start of his career, Skyler went on a tech-driven journey before changing paths and leading the Marketing team at Kneaders Bakery & Cafe. After several successful years, Skyler joined the leadership team at Hill Top Hospitality. Armed with a Digital Marketing degree, Skyler brings a fresh, strategic perspective to the table. When he’s not working, you can find him spending quality time with his wife, son, and dog or performing with his band, “Beck Brothers”.
andrew crider
Director of Accounting and Finance
Andrew joined Hill Top Hospitality as its Director of Accounting and Finance in April 2025. Raised in rural Georgia and an Accounting graduate of Georgia College and State University, Andrew spent the first decade of his career rising through accounting-related positions at Verizon and elsewhere in Atlanta. As Corporate Accounting Manager at Veho, a delivery start-up, he moved to Park City in November 2022. Andrew enjoys barbecuing, snowshoeing and other outdoor activities with his wife and dog. Football season finds him glued to the TV to root on his beloved University of Georgia Bulldogs.