Executive Chef wins Award for Excellence
Executive Chef at The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne Wins Award for Excellence
Announced at the 2012 Tourism Accommodation Australia (Vic) State Awards for Excellence on Tuesday 12 June, Executive Chef at The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne, David Albert, has taken out the award for Food & Beverage Services Employee of the Year.
Recognised in front of more than 400 hoteliers and hospitality industry leaders at a gala event in Melbourne, David outshone a strong list of finalists to win the Individual Excellence award.
A proud moment for Chef and his team, David said, “I am so thrilled to be receiving this award. It is always very humbling to receive accolades from your peers in the industry. I would like to thank Quentin Axtens for nominating me and giving me the chance to be recognised in the industry, as well as thank all of my team for their hard work and for making me look good everyday!”
Based at The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne, David has long been considered „the people?s chef?. Always keen to meet and greet guests, whether casual diners at Windows Restaurant or corporate clients of large, high profile parties, David is an immeasurable asset to The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne.
Proving nothing is too grand a feat, on one occasion David organised a one-off batch of sorbet made specifically to match meals at a beer-makers dinner held at the hotel. Always looking to go the extra mile in individualising client menus, whether it?s a Chandon Winemaker?s Dinner for 110 people, corporate conferences for upwards of 800 people, or a Christmas lunch for 400, David is up for a challenge and rises to the occasion.
Aside from his culinary skills, David shows his commitment to the hospitality industry through his willingness to mentor and coach new staff. Previously, the kitchen at The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne did not employ trainee apprentices, however they now have three. The apprentices were hand-picked by David to ensure they would provide the right fit for the team and gain the most from the learning opportunity.
Capping off a successful first half of the year following the hotel?s 2012 Micenet Reader?s Choice Award - Preferred Hotel win, The Sebel & Citigate Albert Park Melbourne continues to cement itself as a beacon of superior hospitality in Victoria?s capital.
Source: eTravel Blackboard, 15 June 2012
