Appointments

Michelle Armock has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Armock as chef de cuisine of MKT Restaurant & Bar, the hotel's award-winning signature restaurant. In her new role, Armock will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary innovation for MKT, working alongside Executive Chef Shaun Acosta to further elevate the restaurant's California-inspired dining experience.

Evan Neumann has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley has appointed Evan Neumann as Executive Chef of Auro, the resort's Michelin-starred restaurant. Neumann, whose career spans the kitchens of Joël Robuchon, Alain Ducasse, Anne-Sophie Pic, and Christophe Bellanca, assumes leadership of Calistoga's only Michelin-starred dining room this April.

John Mootz has been appointed as VP Restaurant & Beverage Operations at Hotel Equities Group, LLC

John Mootz has been promoted to Vice President of Restaurant & Beverage Operations, reflecting the company’s continued investment in strengthening its food and beverage platform. With more than 20 years of hospitality and food service experience, Mootz has led large-scale operational initiatives and concept development across a range of properties and ownership groups. His background includes senior leadership roles with Puccini Group and oversight of major food and beverage operations such as Colonial Williamsburg’s $32.5 million program. In his expanded role, he will continue to elevate culinary strategy, operational performance, and guest-facing programming across the portfolio.  

Jarad McCarroll has joined Faraway Sag Harbor as Executive Chef and Culinary Director

Blue Flag Capital, the Boston-based hospitality investment company, in partnership with its in-house management company Collared Martin Hospitality, announces a key leadership appointment supporting the company’s expansion into the Long Island market. The portfolio includes Hotel Corduroy in Montauk opening this May, Faraway Sag Harbor debuting on the waterfront this June, and Oyster Estate coming to Greenport in late summer. Internationally recognized chef Jarad McCarroll joins as Executive Chef and Culinary Director of Zagara, the signature restaurant at Faraway Sag Harbor.

Robert R. Smith has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection

Master Sommelier Robert R. Smith has been named Director of Food & Beverage at ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection. One of the world’s few professionals to hold the prestigious Master Sommelier title—and currently the only one based in Arizona—Smith’s appointment underscores the property’s continued culinary growth as the 177-room resort in Adero Canyon advances its luxury positioning and destination-driven experiences.

Felix Otto has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Felix Otto as Director of Food & Beverage, bringing a wealth of international luxury hospitality expertise to the resort’s dynamic culinary portfolio. With an extensive background spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the United States, he joins Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort with a strong track record in leading large-scale, multi-outlet operations within some of the world’s most prestigious hotels.

Devon Pritchard has been appointed as Executive Sous Chef at Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort announces the promotion of Devon Pritchard to the position of Executive Sous Chef. A versatile culinary talent with a career spanning high-end pastry arts and large-scale savory operations, Pritchard will now oversee a broader scope of the resort’s culinary offerings, including the highly anticipated spring opening of Matchplay Kitchen + Bar.

Daisy Williams has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kimpton Shane Hotel

The Kimpton Shane Hotel is proud to announce the appointment of Daisy Williams as Executive Chef, bringing a refreshed vision to Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails and Aveline Bar, the property’s signature dining destinations. Making history as the property’s first female executive chef, Williams joins the Midtown property with a refined, ingredient-forward approach, blending classical technique with a deep appreciation for Southern heritage.

Jasmine Wehbe has been appointed as Sommelier at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort’s CW Prime, the property’s signature steakhouse, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jasmine Wehbe as Sommelier. In this role, Ms. Wehbe will lead CW Prime’s wine program, overseeing curation, guest experience, and pairing development, further enhancing the restaurant’s elevated approach to modern steakhouse dining. She will report to Riley Kiste, General Manager of CW Prime.

Roland Micu has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Bernardus Lodge & Spa, the celebrated destination synonymous with refined hospitality and elevated dining, is delighted to announce the appointment of Roland Micu as Director of Food & Beverage. A Master Sommelier, one of only a select few in the United States, Micu brings an extraordinary level of artistry and expertise to Bernardus Lodge & Spa and Lucia Restaurant & Bar.