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Appointments

John Ondo has been appointed as Executive Chef at Planters Inn

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.

Relais & Châteaux
Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Kiki Swayne has been appointed as Executive Pastry Chef at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

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.

Omni
Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States

Sumner Myers has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort

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.

The Luxury Collection
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Eugene Martin has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at TradeWinds Island Resorts

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.

TradeWinds Island Resorts
St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States

Marc Boussarie has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hotel Maverick

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.  

Hotel Maverick
Grand Junction, Colorado, United States
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Jamie Smart has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kilchoan Estate by Dunton

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.

Dunton
Mallaig, United Kingdom

Joseph Palminteri has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at InterContinental Washington D.C. - the Wharf by IHG

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. 

InterContinental
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Mario Espinosa has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at The Inn of The Five Graces

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.

Relais & Châteaux
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

Aditya Kulkarni has been appointed as Senior Banquet Chef at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

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.

JW Marriott
Clearwater, Florida, United States

Michael Parada has been appointed as General Manager of Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar at Marriott Irvine Spectrum

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.

Marriott
Irvine, California, United States