Chefs Bios The Grand Hotel - An Autograph Collection Resort Hotel by Marriott

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Chef</strong></p> <p>Born in North Carolina and raised in Southern Alabama, Mike has grown up with deep roots in Southern restaurants and he learned the love of food at a young age. In his early career, Chef Mike worked in many restaurants and catering companies throughout Atlanta, Dothan, and Troy where he worked his way up the ranks in every establishment. In 2007, Mike’s love of cuisine brought him to Le Cordon Bleu in Atlanta where he studied classical French style and earned a degree in Culinary Arts. He has been continuing his education to learn as much as possible about cuisine ever since. Chef Mike spent the last 18 years of his career with PCH Hotels and Resorts. He is currently the Executive Chef of the legendary Grand Hotel. Recently he was the Executive Sous Chef over Catering at the Marriott Shoals where he was the culinary driving force behind the award-winning 360 Grille. Before the Shoals, he was a Sous Chef at the Renaissance Montgomery. In July of 2023, he was promoted to Executive Chef. With over 20 years of experience in kitchens all over the Southeast United States, Chef Mike has a passion for southern food and loves all cuisines.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Mike_Wehner.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Marcus_Haeusler.jpg');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>Markus Haeusler</h4> <p><strong>Executive Sous Chef - Restaurants</strong></p> <p>A native of Germany, Chef Markus Haeusler began his culinary career as an apprentice under European Executive Chefs. After graduating with a culinary degree from Schloss Hotel in Karlsruhe, Germany, he honed his skills in some of Europe's finest restaurants, even working with a Michelin Star Chef. In pursuit of his childhood dream, he moved to the United States and joined the culinary team at the Grand Hotel as a Junior Sous Chef for three years. He then ventured out along the gulf coast to become Executive Chef at multiple establishments, cooking for guests, country club members, and an impressive list of celebrities. In 2014, Markus returned to the Grand Hotel as Restaurant Chef and became the Banquet Chef in 2017. In 2019 Markus was promoted to Executive Sous Chef for the restaurants.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end order-lg-1 order-12"> <div> <h4>Kimberly Lyons</h4> <p><strong>Pastry Chef</strong></p> <p>Born in Delaware and raised in Alabama, Kimberly discovered her passion for cake decorating while working at an ice cream shop. After serving as their cake decorator for two years, she received her diploma in Pastry Arts from Culinard in Mobile, Alabama. Kimberly joined the Grand Hotel culinary team in 2013 as Pastry Cook, and after three years of tireless work on the sweeter side of the hospitality industry, she was promoted to Pastry Chef in 2016. Kimberly's confectionary masterpieces win the hearts of our guests, young and old alike.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Kimberly_Lyons.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Tevin.jpg');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>Tevin Baker</h4> <p><strong>Executive Sous Chef</strong></p> <p>Tevin fell in love with food and cooking as a child assisting his mother in her kitchen. This passion followed him through adolescence and led him to seek knowledge at The Heart College of Hospitality Services. Tevin then began working at Club Hotel Riu after graduating. In 2014, Tevin joined the culinary team here at the Grand Hotel to work through the J-1 training program where he focused on the specifics of Southern food while touring through the kitchens. After a short hiatus, Tevin returned to the Grand Hotel. With his unmatched determination and passion for the craft, he was promoted to Restaurant Chef. Tevin was then promoted in July of 2023 to Executive Sous Chef.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end order-lg-1 order-12"> <div> <h4>Agustin Echazarreta</h4> <p><strong>Chef de Cuisine</strong></p> <p>Born and raised in Argentinean Patagonia, Chef Agustin Echazarreta graduated from Instituto Argentino de Gastronomia and earned certification at the Culinary Institute of America. His passion for high-end, sophisticated cooking led him to restaurants in the foodie capitals of Buenos Aires; New Orleans; and Melbourne, Australia, including at one of the Top 50 restaurants in the world. He began working at the Grand Hotel in 2022 as Chef de Cuisine. His fresh perspectives and passion for innovative cuisine can be seen in the menu at Southern Roots.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Agustin_Echazarreta.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Tasha_Williams.jpg');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>LaTasha Williams</h4> <p><strong>Chef de Cuisine</strong></p> <p>LaTasha Williams was born and raised in Mobile, AL. LaTasha's mother is an amazing cook who instilled in her a great love of food and the cultural flavors of the south. Her mother was the spark that ignited her passion for culinary arts and became her first teacher in the subject. This led LaTasha to New York City to pursue her interest professionally by enrolling in The Art Institute of New York, where she graduated at the top of her class with both culinary and pastry art degrees. She did her externships at Mercer Kitchen and Nougatine and JG by Jean Georges, where she was mentored by the elite Pastry Chef Johnny Iuzzini. She continued to work and learn as a chef in New York at establishments such as 24 Prince and Dennis Foy. There she was immersed in a sea of different cultures and palates that helped her hone the skills that she brought back home to Alabama. LaTasha has managed and operated many private catering events in Alabama and even won Best Baker for the City of Mobile in 2017, with the baked goods she made in her home. Currently, LaTasha is heading up the brunch at the Grand Hotel as the Chef de Cuisine, where she gets to bring all of her talents to the forefront. From learning in her mom's kitchen to her experiences in New York City, her culinary skillset brings a well-rounded dining experience.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end order-lg-1 order-12"> <div> <h4>Patrice Peoples</h4> <p><strong>Sous Chef</strong></p> <p>Born and raised in Mobile, AL. Growing up Patrice has always known she wanted to be a cook and has strived to always try to learn new things in the hospitality industry. Patrice graduated from the Virginia College culinary program in Mobile. She started at the Grand as a line cook and has made her way up the ladder to a Sous chef. She has been at the Grand for a little over 8 years and is looking forward to many more years to come.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Patrice_Peoples.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Raj_Threadgill.jpg');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>Raj Threadgill</h4> <p><strong>Sous Chef for Restaurants</strong></p> <p>Raj was born in Calcutta India, but grew up here in Fairhope, Alabama. He fell in love with cooking at an early age while assisting his mom in the kitchen. He started his professional career in 2008 and joined the Grand Hotel in 2014 as a Lead Cook. In 2016 he transferred to one of our sister properties, the Battle House, as a Supervisor. He then went on to our Montgomery Renaissance property as a Banquet Chef from 2019-2021. After that, he gained more experience as a Restaurant Chef and Banquet Chef at the Marriott Shoals in Florence, AL from 2021-2023. Raj rejoined the Grand in late 2023 as a Sous Chef for the Restaurants.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end order-lg-1 order-12"> <div> <h4>Nikolis Locascio</h4> <p><strong>Banquet Chef</strong></p> <p>Growing up in Brooklyn, New York, Nikolis’ first introduction to food was during holidays spent cooking with his large Italian family. He spent his teen years exploring his passion by attending his local high school’s culinary program and working night shifts in local restaurants. These experiences led him to attend The Culinary Institute of America, where he originally joined the Grand Hotel as an intern. Two years after obtaining his culinary degree, he returned to the Grand as a banquet line cook and worked his way up to Sous Chef. In July of 2023, Nik was then promoted to Banquet Chef.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Nikolis_LoCascio.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Leonardo_Rubin.jpg');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>Leonardo Rubin</h4> <p><strong>Banquet Sous Chef</strong></p> <p>Born and raised in Venezuela, Leonardo Rubin received his bachelor’s degree in Business. He worked as a Front of House Manager for a few years which eventually led Leonardo to realize he wanted to be a part of the culinary industry. He later moved to Peru in 2017 to pursue his dream. During his time in Peru, he worked in multiple different restaurants over four years learning about the Peruvian and South American cuisine. This led him to decide to attend culinary school at Le Cordon Blue where he graduated in 2022. Le Cordon Blue offered Leo the opportunity to do a J-1 internship program in the United States. The idea of learning about Southern cuisine led him to the Grand Hotel. He started his training program at Bayside Grill later going to Bucky’s Lounge and the Jubilee Poolside Bar and Grill. Leo worked his way to becoming the Kitchen Supervisor for Southern Roots where he was mentored by Chef Agustin until February of 2024. He was then promoted to Banquet Sous Chef where he continues to expand his culinary knowledge. His passion for food led him to Point Clear, Alabama, where he met his wife. His experience as Banquet Sous Chef has allowed him to continue learning new things every day.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end order-lg-1 order-12"> <div> <h4>Daniela Gomez</h4> <p><strong>Executive Chef for The Lakewood Club</strong></p> <p>Chef Daniela Gomez is originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She gained much of her culinary training working with prestigious chefs in South Beach Miami Beach, FL for more than 15 years. In 2014, Chef Daniela came to the Grand and in 2024 was promoted to Executive Chef for The Lakewood Club.<br /><br />Chef Daniela prides herself on keeping the menu fresh and inspiring, serving exquisitely crafted dishes at both the Lakewood Golf Clubhouse and Sweetwater Café.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover order-lg-12 order-1" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Chef_Daniela_Gomez.jpg');"> </div> </div> <div class="row mb-5"> <div class="col-lg-8 px-0 bgcover" style="background-image: url('https://www.grand1847.com/files/Chefs/Coming_Soon.png');"> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 px-5 py-4 d-flex align-items-end"> <div> <h4>Josh Vines</h4> <p><strong>Sous Chef at Sweetwater Grill</strong></p> <p>Josh grew up here in Fairhope. He is familiar with the local gulf cuisine working in several restaurants and private clubs in Fairhope, Mobile, and Birmingham. 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