{"id":13167,"date":"2024-03-30T10:03:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-30T11:03:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/?p=13167"},"modified":"2024-08-11T10:41:36","modified_gmt":"2024-08-11T10:41:36","slug":"michelin-starred-chef-jan-van-de-voorde-takes-helm-at-dusit-thani-maldives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2024\/03\/michelin-starred-chef-jan-van-de-voorde-takes-helm-at-dusit-thani-maldives\/","title":{"rendered":"Michelin-starred chef Jan Van de Voorde takes helm at Dusit Thani Maldives"},"content":{"rendered":"

he recently appointed Executive Chef and F&B expert is dedicated to expanding the range of\u00a0 cuisine offered at the luxury resort.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Dusit Thani Maldives<\/strong><\/a> has announced the appointment of Jan Van de Voorde as the new Executive Chef.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are delighted to welcome Jan Van de Voorde to the Dusit Thani Maldives team,\u201d said Mr.\u00a0 Jean-Louis, General Manager of Dusit Thani Maldives. \u201cWith his extensive experience and\u00a0 passion for the industry, he is the ideal candidate to lead our food and beverage department\u2019s\u00a0 efforts as we strive to provide the utmost experience to our guests.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Dusit Thani Maldives Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bringing a wealth of expertise and creativity from his background in Michelin-starred restaurants\u00a0 in Belgium and the Netherlands, Chef Jan will lead the Culinary and Food and Beverage\u00a0 Departments in his new role.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am thrilled to be joining the team at Dusit Thani Maldives and to enhance the culinary\u00a0 experience at this stunning resort,\u201d Chef Jan remarked. \u201cI am passionate about using local\u00a0 ingredients and crafting innovative dishes that highlight the flavours of the Maldives.\u201d<\/p>\n

Chef Jan has built a career focused on delivering exceptional guest satisfaction, adept problem solving, effective food cost control, and meticulous HACCP hygiene management. His expertise\u00a0 extends to Nikkei cuisine and encompasses strong management skills, including team\u00a0 leadership, decision-making, and budgeting.<\/p>\n

Before joining Dusit Thani Maldives, Chef Jan held executive chef positions at Centara Grand\u00a0 Beach Resort Krabi, Dhigali Maldives Resort, and Holiday Inn Resort Pattaya. In these roles, he\u00a0 achieved significant success in reducing food costs, enhancing guest satisfaction scores, and\u00a0 introducing new culinary concepts.<\/p>\n

Chef Jan is a graduate of Ter Groene Poorte hotel school in Bruges, Belgium, where he\u00a0 obtained his Bachelor\u2019s in Hotel Management in 1992. He is fluent in Dutch, French, and\u00a0 English, with basic proficiency in German and Thai.<\/p>\n

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Dusit Thani Maldives Overwater villa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll \u2013 Maldives\u2019 first UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve \u2013 Dusit Thani Maldives is just 35 minutes by seaplane from the capital city, Mal\u00e9, or a 25-minute\u00a0 domestic flight and 10 minutes by speedboat from Dharavandhoo Airport.<\/p>\n

Encircled by white sandy beaches, a stunning 360-degree living house reef, and a turquoise\u00a0 lagoon, the resort comprises 94 luxury villas and residences, five restaurants and bars, Baan\u00a0 Sanook Kids Club, and Dusit\u2019s signature Devarana Wellness, which features spa treatments\u00a0\u00a0inspired by ancient Thai healing principles and a wide range of healthy, invigorating, and\u00a0 meaningful activities for guests to enjoy.<\/p>\n

For more information about Dusit Thani Resort Maldives, please visit the resort\u2019s website.<\/p>\n

Book with Best Price at Dusit Thani Maldives here >><\/a><\/h3>\n

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