chef JOO WON Head Chef Joo Won hails from Busan, South Korea. Born and raised in Liverpool, Peter’s accolades speak for themselves and include: being appointed Chairman of the UK Guild of Restaurant Services in 2010, achieving the coveted Manager of the Year at the Catey Awards in 2014, and winning UK Restaurant Manager of the Year in 2009. This St. Louis, Missouri resident was 25 when won the fourth season of “Hell’s Kitchen” on July 8, 2008. Joo Won is the Head Chef at the Michelin-starred Galvin at Windows in London. The high standard of provision and clear links to job opportunities on release has been a huge asset. 150 Likes, 6 Comments - Galvin at Windows (@galvinatwindows) on Instagram: “Weekend brunch - now with added Michelin star. Through constant experimentation and innovation, Marc’s menus remain exciting and at the cutting edge of modern cuisine. 1190520. His portfolio features Virgin Group, Babylon Restaurant and Bar, and The Roof Gardens in Kensington. September 16, 2020, “The Right Course offers a highly valuable ‘real life’ training. As Head Sommelier, Rudina has been the last word on wine at Galvin at Windows since joining us in 2012 and her superb taste and acumen give shape and form to the extensive range of wines we keep for both the restaurant and bar. Founded by Fred Sirieix and DM Thomas Foundation for Young People. With over 10 years’ senior level experience working at multi Rosette and Michelin star establishments in the UK and Australia, Marc is delighted to be taking the helm of the Galvin at Windows kitchen: “This is a really exciting move for me, joining Chris and his team at such a pivotal moment in our industry. From the most seemingly-humble table wine through to famous vintages of the storied houses, Rudina’s knowledge and experience means she can effortlessly select the right bottle for any occasion or menu item. At University Joo studied industrial engineering but he soon realised this was not the path for him. Find out what happens when head chef Joo Won and his…” London is now home and as a husband and new father, Gilles has a particular eye for making families welcome and completely at home in the elegant surroundings of Galvin at Windows. Here's Joo's … No sandals or flip flops. His main career as a professional chef started 14 years ago at the Orrery with Head Chef Andre Garrett. After 10 years working across some of the best kitchens in the UK and Australia, Marc’s ambition remains the same – inspiring guests with a next level dining experience. For more information, please contact us using the form below. Meet the team including General Manager, Fred Sirieix, and Head Chef, Joo Won. To discover what his true passion was Joo started taking courses and it wasn’t until a pastry class sparked his interest that he truly fell in love. After a course in Korean cuisine Joo left Korea in 2000 and studied hospitality management at Schiller International University in London and Switzerland. Joo left in 2006 to be part of the launch team of Galvin at Windows and in 2013 he became Head Chef - an achievement he is immensely proud of. Working his way up to head chef in 2013, Joo just loves everything that food and drink bring to his life. Responsible for a team of ten, Andrea deploys her considerable experience and charm to ensure that our guests’ experience before, during and after their visit is seamless. Outside of Galvin at Windows Joo is devoted husband and on days off likes to experience other restaurants, catch up on the latest box sets and try London’s latest cocktail bars. A leader with a passion for extraordinary service, Restaurant Manager Antonino has the natural drive and easy-going charm to allow guests to truly relax in his presence, safe in the knowledge that their experience will be exceptional. A dedicated and incisive leader, Assistant General Manger Gilles brings nearly two decades of top-flight hospitality experience to Galvin at Windows. Joo Won didn’t start his career until he came to London to learn about European cooking and hospitality at the age of 24. After he graduated he went to study cooking at the highest level at the Le Cordon Bleu in Marylebone. The Right Course was initially a project of DM Thomas Foundation for Young People, Registered Charity No. Wrath - What makes you angry about the hospitality industry? Skilled in all aspects of food and drink service, Antonino joined the team as Assistant Head Sommelier in early 2012, a position earned through long and exceptional experience at levels sufficient to win a place in the semi-final of Moet Chandon’s Sommelier of the Year competition, as well as top placing in a string of gastronomic and service competitions including the coveted Maitre D’ of the Year in his native Italy. James Stagg reports. He managed the launch of Mont Rochelle restaurant in Cape Town and Mahali Mzuri in Kenya. Head chef Joo Won has been at the restaurant from day one and has worked his way through the ranks from Commis de Partie to lead his own team in the kitchen. Coats and jackets to be placed in the cloakroom upon entry. Joo has collaborated with Fred Sirieix, Co-Founder of The Right Course to design a three-course dinner which he will cook with learners on The Right Course at our upcoming Showcase Dinner at The Quays Restaurant, HMP Isis on Tuesday 27th November 2018. 18 October 2019 by James Stagg. The Seven Sins of Joo Won Head Chef, Galvin at windows Two and half years at Orrery with Andre Garrett and then moved to open Galvin at Windows in 2006 and worked my way up from there. At University Joo studied industrial engineering but he soon realised this was not the path for him. October 1, 2020, -
Smart casual attire required for dinner. Then moved to Galvin at Windows to work with the Galvin brothers as an opening team … Choosing your own wine from a well-stocked list is a joy, but if you ever feel the need for inspiration, you will never be disappointed with Rudina’s recommendation. Having joined Galvin at Windows as one of the opening team members in 2006 and risen up the ranks to head … General Manager Peter Avis brings over 20 years experience to Galvin at Windows. Galvin at Windows is one of the famous Galvin brothers’ restaurants and the two Galvin brothers, Chris and Jeff, own nine restaurants in the UK … The Right Course is a Registered Charity No. Smart tailored shorts permitted for lunch only. Being a chef is not a job, it’s a way of life. -
The Right Course has officially registered as its own charity, dedicated to promoting the education of young offenders, ex-offenders through hospitality and catering. This took him to the Orrey, and was Joo’s first Michelin starred experience. Andrea holds a Masters in Economics, Tourism & Hospitality and in her spare time enjoys shopping, traveling around the world and in winter skiing. It was great to find that one of the top London French restaurants, Galvin at Windows, is headed by Korean chef Joo Won. Training initially in his native Belgium, his career soon went international and he adds to the globalist outlook of the senior team.