Charles Andres has been appointed Executive Chef at Wailea Beach Resort, Marriott Maui - HI, USA
Wailea Beach Resort, Marriott Maui announces the return of Chef Charles Andres as executive chef. This strategic selection underscores an ongoing commitment to delivering restaurant-caliber, regionally inspired cuisine that honors Hawai'i's bounty.
Chef Charles Andres returns to Wailea Beach Resort as executive chef, bringing more than two decades of culinary leadership and a deep-rooted connection to the Maui community. A longtime member of the resort 'ohana, Andres previously served as Executive Sous Chef at Wailea Beach Resort from 2019 to 2024, where he helped shape its high-volume culinary operations and reimagined key offerings such as transitioning the traditional luʻau to a family-style format. Most recently, he held the role of executive chef at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, where he oversaw a 60-person kitchen team, implemented cost-saving initiatives and successfully led the execution of VIP events. His career also includes senior roles at Roy's Restaurants, where he served as chef partner and experience as a chef-owner in San Diego.
In his new role, Andres will direct the property's culinary vision, championing partnerships with local farms, fisheries and distilleries, sustainable sourcing, and nurturing a high-performing team.
Following an extensive property-wide refresh, including the debut of Signature Oceanfront Villas, the resort is poised to build upon its renewed guest experience through the evolution of its dining program. With Lindquist overseeing all food and beverage operations and Andres at the helm of the kitchen, visitors can expect immersive food and beverage experiences that go far beyond traditional resort fare, setting a new standard across the oceanfront property.
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