Andreas Kurfurst
Executive chef
Renaissance Dubai Hotel
In his 12 years as executive chef of the Renaissance Dubai Hotel, Andreas has achieved incredible results.
His leadership has been recognised by Marriott worldwide management on more than a few occasions, especially when it comes to developing and discovering culinary talent.
In charge of a brigade of 57 chefs and 22 stewards and maintaining six outlets including banqueting, operations and outdoor catering with a wide variety of cuisines ranging from American, Arabic, Asian to Italian, Thai, Japanese and more, Andreas is always ready to take up challenges.
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Furthermore, he is always a willing mentor to young people — many staff members, not even involved in the kitchen at first, have gone on to have incredibly successful careers as hotel chefs around the world.
As vice president of the Emirates Culinary Guild (ECG), he is in charge of logistics for both Middle East Junior Chef and Salon Culinaire competitions.
The Hotels clientele know about his ability in concocting creative and innovative menus and for this reason, he helps the sales team close many banquet events - a true asset.
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Oct 11, 2009 , United Arab Emirates
It is truly an honor to be part of your team. Such a short time working with him, but you will see how optimistic this person is. Worthy to be our "Chef of the Year." You are undeniably the best, chef Galo!!!
Oct 11, 2009 , New Zealand
Congradulatons lionel, The abilty to cook is one thing, to be able to to teach as well is another. I am twice the chef becauce of your guidance and knowledge. I am privilaged to have trained under you , worked with you and have your future guidance. There is nothing more i can say than thank. No ...