The Alpina Gstaad is delighted to announce the appointment of Francesco De Bartolomeis as the hotel’s new Executive Chef, set to join the team during the summer of 2026. He succeeds Martin Göschel, who departed at the end of the last winter season after many successful years leading the property’s acclaimed culinary team.
Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva announces the promotion of Andrea Messina to Chef of Il Lago, the Hotel’s Michelin-starred Italian restaurant. Having joined Il Lago as Sous Chef in 2024, Andrea Messina now assumes leadership of the kitchen, bringing a culinary vision shaped by international experience, strong Italian roots and a deeply collaborative approach.
Planters Inn, the historic Charleston hotel renowned for its refined Southern hospitality and acclaimed dining destination Peninsula Grill, today announced the appointment of John Ondo as Executive Chef. A respected figure in Charleston's culinary community, Ondo returns to Peninsula Grill nearly three decades after first stepping into its kitchen as a line cook, bringing his celebrated ingredient-driven approach to one of the city's most iconic restaurants. As Executive Chef, Ondo will honor the traditions that have defined Peninsula Grill while bringing his own perspective to seafood-forward Lowcountry cuisine, peak-season ingredients, and globally influenced techniques expressed through an evolving seasonal menu.
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech announces the appointment of Jean-Denis Rieubland as Executive Chef. A Meilleur Ouvrier de France, he joins the resort to oversee the entirety of its culinary experiences.
Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa today announced the appointment of Kiki Swayne as Executive Pastry Chef. In this role, Swayne will oversee the resort's pastry program, leading the creation of desserts and specialty confections across the resort's dining venues, banquets and special events. Drawing inspiration from her Hispanic heritage and classical pastry training, Swayne brings an innovative culinary vision to the resort.
Reaffirming its commitment to refined dining experiences and operational excellence, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru has appointed Deepak Pokhriyal as Director of Food & Beverage.
The Phoenician Scottsdale, a Luxury Collection Resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumner Myers as Director of Food and Beverage, effective June 15, 2026. A veteran of the luxury hospitality sector with nearly two decades of leadership at Marriott International, Myers arrives to steer strategic food & beverage operations and elevate the guest experience across the premier 200-acre resort and its exclusive luxury hotel, The Canyon Suites.
TradeWinds Resort, the ultimate family getaway set on 1,600 feet of the pristine St. Pete Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Eugene Martin as Director of Food and Beverage, following the significant expansion of its culinary offerings late last year. A respected hospitality executive with 4 decades of experience in luxury resort operations, Martin brings extensive expertise in food and beverage leadership, guest experience strategy, and large-scale resort management to the beloved Gulf Coast destination.
Leading the culinary program at Devil's Kitchen, Chef Boussarie is classically trained in foundational culinary techniques, graduating from the California Culinary Academy in 1995 and completing an externship at the Michelin-starred Le Peché Gourmand in Angers, France. He has since spent decades mastering high-caliber Rocky Mountain resort dining, with leadership roles at Snow King Resort, Viewline Resort Snowmass, The Whistling Grizzly and The Wort Hotel in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Fairmont Mumbai has announced the elevation of Saif Shaikh to Assistant Director of Food & Beverage for Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel. Having been an integral part of the hotel's leadership team, Saif has played a key role in shaping the food and beverage experience across the property's restaurants, bars, banquets, and guest-facing dining concepts.
Four Seasons Hotel Osaka announces the appointment of Oscar Abril Bonthuis as Director of Food and Beverage, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the Hotel’s celebrated dining experiences.
Zeal Hotels has appointed Zibi Klapsia as the executive chef at the award-winning voco Zeal Exeter Science Park. The hire was made shortly after the hotel was named as IHG Hotels & Resorts' 2025 Opening of the Year.
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is pleased to announce the appointment of Enes Bahcivan as Chef de Cuisine of COA, the resort's signature restaurant renowned for its thoughtful interpretation of Puerto Rico's culinary traditions.
Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, the highly anticipated new hospitality venture opening later this month on Scotland's remote Knoydart Peninsula, today announced the appointment of Jamie Smart as Executive Chef. The acclaimed Scottish chef will lead the culinary program for the 13,000-acre estate, bringing experience from some of Britain's most respected ingredient-led kitchens to one of the country's most remarkable natural larders.
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf, a leading luxury waterfront hotel in the nation’s capital, announces the appointment of Joseph Palminteri as Director of Food and Beverage. With more than two decades of experience across luxury hospitality properties, Palminteri brings extensive leadership expertise in food and beverage operations and guest experience management to the property’s dining venues, including signature restaurant Willowsong.
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Pastry Chef Raul Trej, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa.
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Pastry Chef Raul Trejo. With more than two decades of distinguished international experience and deep commitment to elevating Mexican gastronomy, Chef Espinosa brings visionary expertise and an unwavering dedication to authentic ingredients and cultural traditions to one of Santa Fe's most storied restaurants and its renowned Dragon Room bar.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, has announced the appointment of Aditya Kulkarni as Senior Banquet Chef. Bringing more than a decade of global culinary experience spanning Europe, the Caribbean, India, and the United States, Kulkarni will oversee banquet culinary operations for the resort's growing meetings, events, and celebrations business.
Marriott Irvine Spectrum, located in the heart of Irvine’s thriving business and entertainment district, proudly announces the appointment of Michael Parada as the new General Manager of Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar. With over two decades of food and beverage expertise, Parada will spearhead operations and elevate the guest experience at the hotel’s premier rooftop destination celebrated for its panoramic views, curated cocktails, and vibrant energy.
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena announced today that acclaimed chef Brandon Veitch has joined the award-winning resort as executive chef, bringing his nationally recognized culinary talent and fine dining expertise to one of the Midwest's premier resort destinations.