Martin Riehl has been appointed Executive Chef at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi
A certified master chef with formal training in German and French cuisine, Riehl most recently served as director of culinary operations at Grand Hyatt Macau, within the City of Dreams complex. Prior to that, he led the kitchens of Grand Hyatt Hong Kong and Grand Hyatt Guangzhou — both known for their high-volume, high-end F&B operations.
During his decade-long tenure at Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, Riehl played a critical role in shaping the property's culinary identity while supporting Hyatt's growth in China as an F&B specialist for the Asia Pacific region.
His résumé includes collaborations with renowned chefs and a reputation for nurturing culinary talent and rolling out refined, globally inspired menus. In his new role, Riehl will oversee all culinary operations at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, including Mate Abu Dhabi, Beach House, and The Café. With his deep expertise in Chinese and international cuisines, as well as his track record in opening acclaimed culinary concepts, Chef Martin is poised to guide Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi's culinary program into an exciting new era, says the hotel.
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