HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, April 18, 2016 – Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island announced today the addition of Charles Pejeau as the new executive chef at the luxury beach resort. Pejeau will oversee all guest experiences at the resort’s four dining venues, placing particular emphasis on Sonesta’s ‘Food is Art’ and ‘Liquid is Art’ philosophies, which treat each meal or signature beverage as a detailed masterpiece for the senses.
The resort is home to four on-site dining venues, including Heyward’s Restaurant, which is known for its seasonal Friday night seafood buffet and nightly Lowcountry specials, and Seacrest Terrace and Patio, which offers scenic indoor and outdoor seating as well as intimate lounge areas ideal for sipping cocktails. Additional dining venues at the resort include Bayley’s Bar and Terrace, a popular gathering spot adjacent to the resort lobby perfect for a quick bite or drinks with friends, and Sweet Cane Bar and Grill, a full-service poolside restaurant and bar featuring daily happy hour promotions and weekly live entertainment.
Pejeau brings with him more than 10 years of fine dining experience, having served as the sous chef at The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, a five-star luxury hotel, and at celebrity chef Robert Irvine’s Eat! restaurant (Hilton Head Island, SC). Most recently, Pejeau held the positions of executive chef at Charbar Co. and Holy Tequila, helping both Hilton Head Island-based restaurants open and developing their menu offerings.
Pejeau received his Associate’s Degree of Science in Culinary Arts from the Florida Culinary Institute in West Palm Beach, FL.
“We are pleased to welcome Charles to the team,” said Jay Wiendl, General Manager of Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. “With experience ranging from comfort foods to five-star destination dining and a celebrity chef restaurant, Charles is a well-rounded and talented chef to lead our food and beverage program.”
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is located at 130 Shipyard Drive in Hilton Head Island, SC. For more information about Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, visit www.Sonesta.com/HiltonHeadIsland.
