Gordon Maybury Turnberry Isle Miami is pleased to announce the appointment of Gordon Maybury as Executive Chef for the iconic South Florida resort. With more than 25 years of culinary experience, Maybury is a seasoned hospitality professional whose history in the food and beverage industry, established leadership skills and extensive culinary capabilities will continue to allow Turnberry Isle Miami to provide top-quality dining experiences and exceptional service to guests and club members. Prior to joining Turnberry Isle Miami, Maybury served as Executive Chef at The Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, where he dramatically revamped the property’s culinary department. Additionally, he worked as Executive Chef at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach, Florida where he successfully oversaw all culinary operations and provided leadership for 60 sous chefs and cooks. Additionally, Maybury held various leadership positions from Executive Chef to Executive Sous Chef at renowned properties such as Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Peninsula Hotel in New York. Recognized as a strong leader, Maybury was selected in 2006 to participate in the Lufthansa Airlines Star Chef program, where he was responsible for creating a menu of gourmet meals for first and business class passengers on flights to and from Germany. Maybury’s talent has been recognized by the prestigious culinary community, including an opportunity to serve as host chef for the South Beach Wine & Food Festival Tribute Dinner in 2008, 2009 and 2010 as well as an exclusive invitation to cook at the James Beard House in New York City in April 2010. An Ireland native, Maybury earned a Bachelor of Science from Dublin College of Catering. He later attended Cornell University, where he graduated with a Master Certificate in Hospitality Management.