The forthcoming highly anticipated new hotel, the Westin Nashville, recently announced the appointment of two new team members: executive chef Jacob Strang and executive sous chef Mark Vuchovich. Together, these chefs bring with them a combined 30 years’ experience.
The duo will join forces to spearhead The Westin Nashville’s two planned dining destinations: the city’s highest rooftop bar, L27, and classic American eatery Decker & Dyer.
“We are delighted to welcome Executive Chef Jacob Strang and Sous Chef Mark Vuchovich to our team at The Westin Nashville,” said GM Ray Waters. “Their unique blend of culinary styles combined with an unparalleled knowledge of the city’s dining scene will perfectly complement our mission of connecting guests to the local community and highlighting Nashville’s originality.”
Chef Strang got his first taste of Nashville’s culinary landscape while opening 1808 Grille. He went on to become executive chef at Frescos and The Chadwick in Pennsylvania before returning to 1808 Grille as executive chef in 2014. He was a silver medalist at the Music City ACF Competition and Host Chef for the James Beard “Celebrity Chef Tour.”
Sous Chef Vuchovich most recently served as executive sous chef at The Hutton Hotel. A native of Indiana, Pennsylvania, he started his career as chef de cuisine at the Pinehurst Resort and the Ritz Carlton Resorts of Naples and went on to become executive sous chef at upscale restaurant Avenue 5 before landing in Nashville.
Standing 27 stories high, the Westin Nashville will hold 454 guest rooms and suites, 20,000 square feet of event space, L27, Decker and Dyer, Oak Steakhouse (a third dining destination) and the Rhapsody Spa. Follow the hotel on Twitter and Facebook for information on a planned opening date.
Find the Westin Nashville 807 Clark Pl. in Nashville, TN; phone: (615) 248-2800.
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