Meet the Chef
George Lyon is the Head Chef at Broadway, a modern American brasserie at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi. With over 14 years in the hospitality industry, George has honed his skills at top London restaurants, training under Gordon Ramsay.
His culinary journey began at The Savoy Grill where he advanced from Commis Chef to Junior Sous Chef, creating new menu items and mentoring young chefs. He further excelled at Mayfair venues including the fine dining restaurant Maze, where he contributed to its achievement of three AA Rosettes and a Michelin Guide recommendation.
In 2018 George became Head Chef at George, a private members’ club, focusing on sourcing the finest seasonal produce. In 2022 he moved to the Middle East to join the pre-opening team of Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay, developing menus for Geoffrey Zakarian’s restaurant.
