Kirk Kirton Appointed Executive Chef of the Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados
Luxury Hotel Adds Seasoned Chef to Lead Its Culinary team
Barbados. - June 9, 2015. The Fairmont Royal Pavilion, an award-winning hotel located in the sought-after Platinum Coast, announced the appointment of Kirk Kirton as Executive Chef. Kirk, who will oversee the resort's culinary division, brings extensive experience in restaurant management and culinary operation to this position.
"Kirk has a wealth of experience and we are very pleased to be adding someone of his caliber to direct our culinary team" commented Tim Morrison, General Manager, Fairmont Royal Pavilion. "He has already launched new menus that encompass originality and creativity that will surely become signature dishes at our restaurants for the enjoyment of our valued guests."
With more than 18 years of progressive culinary experience, Kirk, a local Barbadian, arrives at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion from the popular Lone Star Restaurant, in St James, Barbados, where he most recently served as Executive Chef. The Lone Star offers a fusion concept that combines Italian recipes with signature Lone Star classics, and is one of the most sought-after dining experiences in Barbados. "We are certain that visitors and locals will enjoy Kirk's new culinary creations at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion as much as they enjoyed the menus that he developed during his time at the Lone Star." mentioned Tim Morrison.
Prior to his tenure at the Lone Star, Kirk held a range of Executive Chef positions in some of Barbados' most celebrated properties, including Treasure Beach Hotel & the Royal Westmoreland resort, and in England. During his time in England, he worked for Nico Ladenis as Sous Chef at the three-Michelin-starred Cheznico restaurant, and for over two years as Head Chef at Ladenis's Brasserie, Incognico Restaurant, before coming back home to Barbados.
Kirk has a strong commitment to providing guests with an extraordinary dining experience. Using the freshest ingredients sourced from local purveyors, while adding a creative flair to every single dish in the newly created menus, the culinary adventure that awaits at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion under his direction is one utterly delectable; from sunrise to sunset, and from banquets to romantic dinners, there is much to savor at this quintessential property.
Kirk holds an Associate of arts Degree majoring in Culinary Arts from the Florida Culinary Institute. He also attained an Executive Diploma in General Management from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill School of Business.
About Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados
Located on the sought-after Platinum coast, on a half-mile-long beach and 11 acres of lush tropical gardens, the 72-room Fairmont Royal Pavilion resort is one of the most exclusive resorts in Barbados. Each of the 48 Oceanfront Deluxe guest rooms offers 500 sq ft of well-thought space. For the discerning guest looking for a superior experience, each of the 22 ground-floor 650 sq ft Beachfront Junior Suites offers superior services and exclusive amenities, including an airport fast track service, a dedicated Butler, daily in-room amenities and complimentary evening canapes. The Beachfront Junior Suites feature a 250 sq ft private residential styled deck and outdoor living area, with direct access to the beach. The Fairmont Royal Pavilion offers an array of complimentary services that add value and convenience, including daily afternoon tea served at Taboras restaurant, WiFi, fitness room, tennis courts, non-motorized water sports, swim with the turtles activities and garden tours. For more information about the Fairmont Royal Pavilion and for reservations, please contact your preferred travel professional or visit fairmont.com/barbados
About Fairmont
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts connects guests to the very best of its destinations, providing travelers with memorable travel experiences, thoughtful and attentive service and luxury hotels that are truly unforgettable. Each Fairmont property reflects the locale's energy, culture and history through locally inspired cuisine, spirited bars and lounges and distinctive design and decor. With more than 65 hotels globally, and many more in development, the Fairmont collection boasts some of the most iconic hotels in the world, including The Plaza in New York, The Savoy in London, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai and Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company that operates more than 125hotels and branded residential properties under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissotel brands. For more information or reservations, please visit fairmont.com.
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