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Ranjitkumar Sukumaran a été nommé(e) Executive Head Chef chez Hyde & Seek, London Hyde Park, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hyde & Seek, London Hyde Park, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is delighted to announce the appointment of Ranjitkumar Sukumaran as Executive Head Chef ahead of its highly anticipated opening in September 2026. The hotel has appointed Sukumaran to develop the culinary vision behind its two new dining concepts, which will include a contemporary British restaurant overlooking Hyde Park.

Tribute Portfolio
London, United Kingdom
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Francecil Ponte a été nommé(e) Executive Chef chez Le Méridien Arlington

Le Méridien Arlington is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Francecil Ponte as Executive Chef, marking a pivotal moment as the property enters a transformative new era. Chef Ponte's appointment underscores the hotel's commitment to elevating the guest experience through exceptional culinary leadership as it prepares to unveil its fully renovated property in the coming days.

Le Meridien
Arlington, Virginia, United States
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Kenichi Saito a été nommé(e) Head Mixologist chez Henderson Beach Resort

Henderson Beach Resort, the premier luxury destination along Florida’s Emerald Coast, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kenichi Saito as its Head Mixologist. An award-winning bartender known for his creative approach to cocktail design and dedication to elevated hospitality, Saito brings a dynamic blend of technical precision, innovation, and guest-focused service to the resort’s beverage program.

LVX (Preferred Hotel Group)
Destin, Florida, United States
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Sergio Howland a été nommé(e) Executive Chef chez Montage Healdsburg

Montage Healdsburg announces the appointment of Sergio Howland as executive chef, leading the culinary vision for the 258-acre resort in the heart of Sonoma wine country. With more than two decades of experience as a culinary leader, Howland brings a global perspective, deep knowledge of wine, and a philosophy shaped by Sonoma’s seasonal abundance and viticultural heritage to the ultra-luxury resort.

Montage Hotels & Resorts
Healdsburg, California, United States
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Bill McKinney a été nommé(e) Corporate Director of Food and Beverage chez Pyramid Global Hospitality

Bill McKinney brings more than 20 years of experience spanning luxury hotels, restaurants and bars to his new role as Pyramid Global Hospitality’s corporate director of food and beverage. Most recently, he led food and beverage operations for more than 45 hotels across the U.S. and Caribbean within IHG's Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. In his new role, McKinney will partner with hotels across Pyramid Global Hospitality to strengthen the performance of food and beverage outlets, advance strategic initiatives and continue elevating the guest experience.

Pyramid Global Hospitality
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Kevin Danet a été nommé(e) Director of Food and Beverage chez Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

With more than a decade of experience in Vietnam, and having spent almost two years as Assistant Director of Food and Beverage at Metropole Hanoi before stepping into this new position, Kevin brings intimate knowledge of the local market and hospitality landscape. He oversees the hotel’s eight F&B outlets, including the signature modern French fine dining restaurant Le Beaulieu. “Beautiful venues and exceptional cuisine are important, but what guests remember most is how we made them feel,” Kevin said.

Sofitel
Vietnam
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Liam Nealon a été nommé(e) Director of Culinary chez Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Liam joined the Metropole with 25 years of international experience across Australia, Asia and Europe, most recently at the Four Seasons Resort Bali. Known for his deep respect for ingredients and focus on natural flavours, Liam aims to create more dynamic, engaging guest experiences. “I am particularly passionate about collaborating closely with service teams to foster meaningful guest connections and memorable moments,” Liam said.

Sofitel
Vietnam
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Ryan Murphy a été nommé(e) Executive Chef chez Trump Turnberry

Trump Hotels is proud to announce the appointment of Ryan Murphy as Executive Chef at Trump Turnberry, the iconic Forbes Five-Star resort and home to two AA Rosettes. In his new role, Murphy will lead all culinary and Food & Beverage operations across the resort, including its restaurants, championship golf clubhouse, banquet program and in-room dining, while helping shape the next chapter of Turnberry’s celebrated dining experiences. 

TRUMP Hotels
Girvan, United Kingdom
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Bo Counts a été promu(e) au poste de Executive Chef chez Swissotel Chicago

Swissôtel Chicago, recognized as one of the Best Conference Hotels in Chicago by U.S. News & World Report, has promoted long-time culinary team member Bo Counts to Executive Chef. In his new role, Counts oversees back-of-house culinary execution, menu innovation and kitchen staff management at its signature lounge, Amuse.His leadership focuses on approachable, high-quality cuisine, sustainable kitchen initiatives and menu offerings that align with the hotel’s Vitality brand pillar.

Swissotel
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Jordan Economy a été nommé(e) Executive Chef chez The Pearl Hotel

The Pearl Hotel, the luxury boutique hotel and crown jewel of the Rosemary Beach® community, announces the appointment of Executive Chef Jordan Economy to lead the culinary program at its signature restaurant, Havana Beach Bar & Grill. Bringing more than two decades of culinary experience and a passion for global cuisine, Chef Economy will oversee the restaurant's evolving food and beverage offerings while honoring the flavors that have made the eatery a favorite along 30A.

The St. Joe Company
Alys Beach, Florida, United States
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Will Curley a été nommé(e) Assistant Food & Beverage Director chez Kimpton The Forum Hotel

Kimpton The Forum Hotel is proud to announce the appointment of hospitality veteran and premier Virginia wine advocate, Will Curley, as its new Assistant Food & Beverage Director. In this role, Curley will oversee the property’s wine programs, curated dining experiences, and beverage operations, further cementing Kimpton The Forum Hotel as a premier destination for local wine culture and exceptional hospitality.

Kimpton
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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Satya Kumar a été nommé(e) Multi- Property Executive Chef chez Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre

Hyderabad Marriott Hotel and Convention Centre, Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Satya Kumar as Multi- Property Executive Chef. A distinguished culinary professional with more than 20 years of experience across India's leading luxury hospitality brands, Chef Satya brings a unique blend of classical technique, operational excellence, and regional culinary storytelling to the hotels’ kitchens. His appointment marks an exciting step in strengthening the properties’ culinary vision through innovation, authenticity, and memorable guest experiences.

Marriott
Secunderabad, India
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Luis Aquilino Pérez Alcántara a été nommé(e) Director of Food & Beverage chez Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort

Pérez Alcántara joins Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe following Hilton Panama and Waldorf Astoria Panama, where he most recently served as Food & Beverage manager overseeing outlet operations, beverage programming, team development, and guest experience initiatives. In that role, he led outlet operations, beverage programming, team development and guest experience initiatives, while supporting operational excellence and innovative dining concepts across the property.

Hilton
Cancún, Mexico