Executive Chef & Maritime Culinary Specialist
Professional Summary
Accomplished and versatile Executive Chef with over 20 years of diverse culinary experience across high-end land-based restaurants and elite international maritime operations. Specializes in a wide array of global culinary traditions, including Lebanese, Italian, Asian, Kosher, Turkish, and Mediterranean cuisines. Proven expertise in managing luxury yacht galleys, charter boats, and fine-dining establishments with exceptional precision, creativity, and leadership.
Career Experience
- Head Chef | Off Hire (42-meter Nevada Custom Line) 27.05.2026 – 16.09.2026
- Chef | Zas Motor Yacht (27-meter family boat contract) 18.08.2025 – 18.10.2025
- Head Chef | M/Y Galactica Star (65-meter luxury charter boat) 03.06.2024 – 01.10.2024
- Head Chef | M/Y Unforgettable (44-meter luxury motor yacht) 28.06.2023 – 24.11.2023
- Chef | M/Y Mermaid (34-meter deluxe sailing yacht) 24.05.2022 – 01.10.2022
- Head Chef | Marrakech Restaurant (Ankara Eryaman region, world cuisine & milk desserts concept) 07.11.2020 – 09.03.2021
- Head Chef | La Communauté Restaurant (Ankara Palestine Street, French-African & World Cuisine) 11.01.2019 – 03.11.2020
- Head Chef | Big Chef Restaurant (Italian Restaurant Head Chef) 09.12.2017 – 24.04.2018
Core Expertise
- Cuisine Specializations: Lebanese, Italian, Asian, Kosher, Turkish, Mediterranean, French-African, and World Cuisine.
- Maritime Operations: Extensive background running galleys on luxury motor yachts, sailing yachts, and charter boats ranging from 27 to 65 meters.
- Kitchen Management: Menu design, multi-cultural culinary execution, high-end guest service, and strict galley operations under demanding timelines.
