10. Tom Egerton
British
Executive chef, Grosvenor House Hotel
Executive chef at Grosvenor House Dubai since May 2009, Egerton works closely with the hotel’s culinary director to oversee the property’s 12 outlets. His role entails menu planning, liaising with suppliers, chefs, management and responding to guest queries. He has worked with Michelin-starred Chef Gary Rhodes in Dubai and London, cooked for royalty and rock stars, and appeared on TV shows and local events. A keen cyclist and runner, he organises a weekly ride and has participated in international charity rides.
Next year, Egerton will continue developing the Grosvenor House and Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa team who will compete at Hotelympia 2018 in London as well as other regional competitions. He will also debut a new Italian concept at the Grosvenor House Tower One, and focus on continued growth and exposure for the existing outlets.
NUMBERS GAME...
Number of years working in the Middle East: 10
Number of years working in the F&B industry: 18
Staff: 165
Coming soon: A new Italian concept at the Grosvenor House Tower One
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