David Gache has been named the executive chef at the beachfront, 245-room Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa.

In his new capacity, chef David will oversee a team of 100 skilled chefs at the property.

As former executive chef from 2006 to 2008 at Le Royal Meridien Plaza Athenee Bangkok, chef David had the opportunity to win the “Best French Modern Fine Dining” award for two consecutive years and repositioned the hotel as the biggest convention center in Bangkok.

Chef David also brings with him an extensive international background from working in Thailand, Indonesia, the Middle East, England, France and Switzerland and culinary skills of 17 years.

He is also the winner of many awards such as the 1997 Culinary Award London.

The beachfront Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa features 245 rooms and suites, each with unparalleled views of the city or sea.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company currently operates 72 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.

It is the only hospitality company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service, said a statement.-TradeArabia News Service