Top 10 F&B industry gurus in the Middle East

Michael Kitts, Director of Culinary Arts, Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

2 Michael Kitts, Director of Culinary Arts,
Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

British-born Michael Kitts joined the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management back in 2001 – bringing with him vast experience in both training and operations.

Schooled at the UK’s Thanet Technical College, Kitts’ career spans top outlets – including roles at London’s Claridge’s Hotel and the Garrick Club.

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His time in the industry has been peppered with achievements – including being a gold medal-winning member of the Great Britain Culinary Olympics team, and becoming the first recipient of the UK Craft Guild of Chefs Competition Chef Award.

But Kitts discovered in himself a flair for training others – and became more involved in education.

Prior to moving to Dubai, he was with the renowned Butler’s Wharf Chef School in London, where he successfully trained young talent – producing a series of competition winners. His years at the EAHM have ensured Kitts a spot as an integral part of the Emirates’ culinary education scene.

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