director of culinary
MRS Group of Hotels Welcomes Chef Vijay Kumar Sahi as Director – Culinary
The MRS Group of Hotels | March 6, 2024
National, March 06, 2024: MRS Group of Hotels, which owns and operates a distinct collection of boutique hotels across Rajasthan & Uttarakhand, is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Vijay Kumar Sahi as its new Director – Culinary. With a rich heritage of culinary excellence and a forward-looking vision, Chef Sahi is set to enhance dining experiences across MRS hotels, bringing nearly two decades of international and national expertise to the forefront of its culinary operations. Chef Sahi, celebrated for his innovative culinary techniques and a deep understanding of global gastronomy, joins MRS Group from his notable tenure ...
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi Appoints New Director of Culinary, Ivan Alvarez
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi | October 25, 2022
October 2022, Maldives: Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Ivan Alvarez as its new Director of Culinary, who will oversee culinary operations across the resort’s eleven uniquely positioned dining venues. With over 20 years of culinary experience and a certificate from CIFP Hospitality Management School in Gijón, Spain, Ivan was inspired to become a chef by watching his auntie cook on special family occasions, dreaming that he too would be able to create the same happiness through his food creations. Originally from the Canary Islands, Ivan began his culinary career in 2002 at the one-Mich...
The Charleston Place Appoints Master Chef Olivier Gaupin to Director of Culinary
The Charleston Place | September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 (Charleston, SC) - The Charleston Place, a newly independent landmark hotel in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, is pleased to welcome Master Chef Olivier Gaupin to its team as Director of Culinary, effective immediately. Master Chef Gaupin, one of only two chefs in South Carolina to carry this distinguished title, followed his family’s heritage of fine chefs to pursue a career in the culinary field and has been sharing his talents for more than 25 years. A native of Orleans, France, and a graduate of France’s CFA Charles Peguy School, Chef Gaupin’s international career highlights include serving as C...
Conrad Bengaluru Appoints Chef Prasad Metrani as Director of Culinary
May 4, 2022
MAY 4th, 2022 – Chef Prasad Metrani joins Conrad Bengaluru as the Director of Culinary. Chef Prasad comes from a diverse background in gastronomical science and kitchen management, with over 16 years of experience in the hospitality sector. He has worked with some of the most prestigious Indian and international hospitality brands. He has spearheaded the food & beverage division during his last assignment to launch India’s first Raffles in Udaipur. Prasad has closely conceptualized F&B inspirations, exceptional menu ideations and has organised a bespoke service sequence. Hence, his new role at Conrad Bengaluru would p...
Jean-Claude Plihon Announced as New Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage Operations for Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.
Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. | December 4, 2019
Washington, D.C. (December 4, 2019) – Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. General Manager Terry Dunbar is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Claude Plihon as the hotel’s new director of culinary and food & beverage operations. Plihon will oversee all culinary operations for the award-winning Blue Duck Tavern, 24-hour room service, and banquet operations of the landmark award-winning hotel, which is situated in the heart of the nation’s capital. Plihon joins the Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. team from Dallas where he served for 10 years as executive chef of the AAA four-diamond Grand Hyatt DFW. Under his leadership, Grand Hyatt ...
The Sarasota Modern Appoints J. Christopher Ayala as Director of Culinary Program
The Sarasota Modern | September 24, 2019
SARASOTA, Fla. – The Sarasota Modern, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, part of Marriott International, Inc., is pleased to announce the appointment of J. Christopher Ayala as its new director of culinary program. In this role, Ayala will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s entire culinary operation, including Rudolph’s, in-room dining, and the catering and banquet offerings. With more than a decade of high-level expertise, Ayala joins The Sarasota Modern from La Tienda Importing Company, where he served as executive chef. Known for his classic flavor combinations that are familiar and comforting, the Massachusetts-turned-Nashville ...
