A Uniquely Skilled Culinary Arts Veteran

(I-Newswire) March 20, 2010 - Born and raised in Singapore, Chef George is a seasoned professional running a highly successful food and beverage operation at the Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City. Attracted by the ability to travel, he entered the culinary world inspired to hone his craft working with diverse chefs around the world. His talent has taken him from Singapore to Bermuda, Switzerland to Canada, Florida to Tennessee, and even our nation’s capital. This broad knowledge is translated in his philosophy to always provide cuisine that is visually appetizing with an element of flavorful excitement.

Challenged by companies, such as the Specialty Restaurant Group Corporation where he served as Corporate Executive Chef, Chef George developed recipes, menus, and training programs for local and regional restaurant concepts nationwide. His experience with SRG garnered him a variety of management, leadership, and communication skills to teach other chefs and staff integral significance of their roles in accomplishing the collective objective.

“A chef cannot underestimate the importance of knowing what he wants, how he wants it, and how to express that effectively to a talented staff,” says Chef George. ”It is the foundation to running a successful kitchen.”

Now Chef George brings a wealth of creativity and innovation to the menus of Café Sierra Restaurant, and the Atrium Lounge. In addition he heads an entire banquet operation that includes an American, Mandarin, and Kosher kitchen. An intense and focused leader, he is straight to the point and understands what it takes to run a thriving operation in the current economic climate. At a time when value is top of mind for consumers, he takes an immense pride in delivering a consistent quality product.

“It is the investment that Chef George has made in the cuisine, the people, and the experience that brings clients back. He is personally on the floor each day ensuring the efficiency of the operation and the satisfaction of each customer,” comments Director of Food and Beverage, Ray Javaherpour.

The crowning jewel, Café Sierra restaurant, offers an award winning buffet and brunch weekly. Clients enjoy a bounty of choices, including lobster, king crab legs, oysters, mussels, B.B.Q Korean ribs, pates & smoked salmon, sushi, carved prime rib, pasta, seafood soup, dim sum, Pacific Rim entrees, and much more. Over 1,500 guests arrive each weekend because of the exceptional presentation and consistent excellence of the cuisine overflowing in every corner of the restaurant. It is his dedication to every dining experience that sparks loyalty in his guests and culinary team members.

Café Sierra Restaurant is located on the lobby level floor and is open Sunday thru Thursday from 6:30am – 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 6:30am – 10;00pm. For reservations, please call 512.509.2030 or visit www.cafesierrahilton.com.

About Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City:
A Southern California icon, the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City is located in the heart of the “Entertainment District” and at the main entrance to Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal CityWalk, and the Gibson Amphitheater. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this AAA Four Diamond hotel and its 473 guestrooms and 9 suites of comfortably lavish Hollywood accommodations is the ideal choice business or pleasure. Spectacular views of the Hollywood hills, award-winning restaurant, relaxed lounge, coffee bar and complimentary shuttle to Universal City attractions only enhance the years of service-focused hospitality, experienced around every corner.

Company Contact Information
Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City
Zarina Zertuche
555 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City, CA
91608
Phone : 818-509-2097