Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya has appointed Ali Awada as Head Chef of its restaurant, Li Beirut. The appointment places Awada in charge of the restaurant’s culinary direction, with a focus on Lebanese cuisine that combines traditional influences with contemporary techniques.
Awada brings more than 10 years of experience in the culinary and hospitality industry. His background includes leadership in kitchen operations, menu development, cost control and team management.
Ali Awada Culinary experience and leadership
Before taking on the Head Chef role at Li Beirut, Awada served as Chef De Cuisine at Four Seasons in Kuwait City. His professional profile also shows more than 11 years with Kharafi Global Foodservice Company, where he worked as Head Chef and Kitchen Manager.
According to his profile, Awada has experience leading kitchen operations, developing menus, managing food costs and mentoring culinary teams. He also highlights a focus on operational efficiency and guest experience.
Ali Awada’s role at Li Beirut
As Head Chef, Awada will oversee the culinary direction of Li Beirut, the Lebanese restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya.
The company said his focus will be on Lebanese cuisine that reflects traditional influences alongside contemporary culinary techniques. No additional details about the role were disclosed in the announcement.
Ali Awada professional and academic background
Awada studied Hospitality Administration and Management at CIS College. His profile highlights more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, with expertise in menu development, cost control, food service and team leadership.
He also lists team management, food service and culinary education among his professional skills and is fluent in English.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait strengthens culinary leadership
Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya has appointed Ali Awada to lead the culinary direction of Li Beirut. The appointment brings an experienced hospitality professional with expertise in kitchen leadership, menu development and Lebanese cuisine to the restaurant’s leadership team. Based on the information provided, Awada will oversee the restaurant’s culinary offering while maintaining a focus on traditional Lebanese flavours alongside contemporary techniques.
