InterContinental Residences Business Bay has announced the appointment of Chef Vincent Gadaud as its new Cluster Executive Chef, overseeing culinary operations across InterContinental Residences Business Bay and Kimpton Sevn Dubai, effective May 1, 2026.
Gadaud brings over 20 years of international
experience across luxury hotels and fine dining establishments in Europe, Japan
and the Middle East.
A highly accomplished
F&B Director and Executive Chef, he is recognised for his ability to
seamlessly combine culinary creativity with operational excellence,
consistently driving both guest satisfaction and commercial performance.
Most recently, Gadaud
served as F&B Director and Executive
Chef at ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort in Japan, where he oversaw the
full scope of culinary and service operations across multiple outlets, managing
a team of over 140 professionals.
During his tenure, he
led sustained top-line growth, significantly increasing revenue while improving
departmental profitability, alongside spearheading concept development, menu
transformation and brand positioning initiatives.
His career spans a
number of prestigious roles, including Executive Chef at ANA Crowne Plaza
Fukuoka and The St. Regis Osaka, as well as leading Ladurée’s London operations
across Harrods and Covent Garden.
He has also played a
key role in multiple pre-openings and brand expansions internationally,
demonstrating a strong capability in building concepts from the ground up and
aligning them with market expectations.
Gadaud’s culinary
philosophy is shaped by extensive global travel and a deep appreciation for
local food cultures, ingredients and techniques. His approach balances
precision with intuition, bringing together refined execution with a genuine
sense of warmth and accessibility.
Gadaud said: “Joining
InterContinental Residences Business Bay and Kimpton Sevn Dubai is an exciting
opportunity to contribute to two concepts that value both quality and
experience. My focus is on building strong foundations within the kitchen,
nurturing talent and creating dishes that feel intuitive, honest and memorable
for our guests.”
Beyond the
professional kitchen, Gadaud maintains
a strong personal connection to food, often cooking in a more relaxed and
instinctive setting for family and friends.
An avid traveller, he
continues to draw inspiration from discovering new cultures and culinary
traditions, while staying active through outdoor pursuits and exploring new
destinations with his family.
At the heart of his leadership philosophy is a commitment to team development and mentorship, having guided many individuals throughout his career into leadership roles.
Speaking on the new
development, Cluster General Manager of InterContinental Residences Business
Bay and Kimpton Sevn Dubai, Mohamed Mahmoud said: “Gadaud’s
appointment reflects our vision for InterContinental Residences Business Bay
and Kimpton Sevn Dubai as destinations that deliver not only exceptional living
and lifestyle experiences, but also refined and meaningful dining. His global
expertise, strong leadership and proven track record make him a valuable
addition to the team and we are confident he will play a key role in shaping
our culinary identity.” -TTN
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