Jose Saavedra Executive Chef at Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport - FL, USA
Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport today announced the appointment of Jose Saavedra as executive chef. A Miami local for more than two decades, Saavedra brings nearly 20 years of culinary experience across high-volume hotels and restaurants, overseeing daily operations, large-scale events, and multi-unit kitchens. He will lead the property's culinary and beverage program, elevating the guest experience at the hotel's signature restaurant, Grill 305.
Saavedra began his culinary career in 2006 and has held executive roles across Miami's hospitality scene, including Colada Cuban Café at Hotel YVE Miami Downtown, La Vitrola Cuban Group, Palace Bar and Restaurant, and most recently, José Andrés Group at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach. Over the years, his experience spans overseeing menu development, leading high-volume brunch and dinner services, managing multi-unit production and staffing, and executing successful opening events for various restaurants across Miami-Dade County.
Saavedra holds a degree in industrial engineering from the Fundación San Martin University Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia, and completed the culinary arts program at Le Cordon Bleu in Miami. Through his studies, he gained hands-on experience in culinary fundamentals, international and contemporary cuisines, fine dining, banquets and events, pastries, and wines and spirits. He also holds certifications in food and beverage handling, safety, and operations management.
With Saavedra leading the culinary team, Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport is elevating its commitment to exceptional dining for both guests and locals. Building on this vision, Grill 305 is now reaching a wider audience through DoorDash, bringing its fresh seafood and elevated American cuisine directly to the community.
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