Courtyard by Marriott Chennai Appoints Jacob Justin as Head Chef

COURTYARD BY Marriott, Chennai appoints Jacob Justin as the Head Chef. In his new role Chef Justin will be responsible of overseeing Courtyard by Marriott Chennai’s dining venues – Paprika Cafe and Rhapsody, room service, catering and culinary events as well as further enhancing the hotel’s celebrated culinary offerings. 

Speaking about the appointment, Prakash Jayadevan, GM, Courtyard by Marriott Chennai, said “We are delighted to welcome Chef Justin to Courtyard by Marriott Chennai and we are confident that his expertise, impressive level of talent and enthusiasm will help heighten the hotel’s diverse dining offering to a new level of excellence for our guests.”

With over 15 years of experience in the Food and Hospitality industry, he brings to the table high quality service, strong culinary and administrative skills. A reliable leader and enthusiastic team member, he  began his culinary journey with Park Hotels in 2002 and went on to work with  Sheraton Creek Dubai, Courtyard by Marriott Ahmedabad, Radisson Blu, AVASA Hotels Madhapur Hyderabad and Raintree Hotels, Annasalai.

With an extensive knowledge in all aspects of food preparation and service he is also a specialist in Pastry and Confectionery products. He has won several accolades at reputed culinary competitions including a silver medal for Buffet and Dessert category in IFCA culinary competition 2014. He strongly believes that when the employees are well taken care of, they take care of the customers better and that is a direct reflection on how the customers view us.  He brings innovation into his menu by amalgamating traditional and modern culinary trends.