Meet Our Chefs

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Years in Hospitality: 40 years

Years at the Omni King Edward Hotel: 26+ years

What I love most about the property: The history and tradition

My cooking is inspired by: My mother and Grandmother, both excellent cooks!

Fun Fact: I have two BIG dogs that are bilingual in French and English. George, a Bernese Mountain Dog and Gracie, a St. Bernard

Favourite dish to make: Raclette with potatoes gherkins and pearl onions

Favourite Toronto place to eat: At home in the suburb of Sherwood Park, all plant based meals.

Sous Chef

Years in Hospitality: 33 years

Years at the Omni King Edward Hotel: 30 years

What I love most about the property: The Omni King Edward stands alone in all its glory, tradition and old world charm. It is truly an original in a cookie cut out world.

My cooking is inspired by: Put your best “food” forward

Fun Fact: I can generally name a tune in 3-5 beats.

Favourite dish to make: At this point in my career, plant forward based one pot wonders that fit beautifully in a bowl. The humble vegetable has become my muse. 

Favourite Toronto place to eat: Olde Yorke Fish and Chips in Leaside neighbourhood for the obvious fish ‘n’ chips- preferably halibut.  Nothing fancy but it consistently hits the mark when you have that undeniable craving.  By far the best in town.

Sous Chef

Years in Hospitality: 25 years

Years at the Omni King Edward Hotel: <1 year

What I love most about the property: Great team work and friendly staffs

My cooking is inspired by: My mentor, Chef Albert Schnell

Fun Fact: I have a collection of kitchen knives

Favourite dish to make: Jerk chicken with rice and peas

Favourite Toronto place to eat: Vietnam Noodle Star in Scarborough- I love the friendly neighbourhood, staff and their fantastic beef pho!

Sous Chef

Years in Hospitality: 10 years

Years at the Omni King Edward Hotel: 2 years

What I love most about the property: The History, the elegance, high standard and the push to be the best every day. 

Fun Fact: I enjoy doing international culinary competitions.

Favourite dish to make: Duck a l'orange for its simplistic beauty and flavours.

Favourite Toronto place to eat: My all-time favourite place to eat in the city is Canoe. I find they are always working to innovate and improve while reimagining Canadian cuisine.