MICHAEL O’SHEA

Born in the United Kingdom, Michael always aspired to be a chef. From a young age, baking with his mum sparked a passion in him and at the age of eleven, he started working as a kitchen porter over the weekends at a small countryside hotel. As time passed, Michael’s skills and love for the culinary world earned him the responsibility of preparing soups and salads for the hotel. Driven by passion, Michael went on to study at Cambridge Regional College from 2005 to 2008, where he obtained several qualifications including NVQ Level 3 Professional Chef, NVQ Level 2 Food Service and more. While studying, he simultaneously interned at a two Michelin star restaurant, Midsummer House, working alongside Daniel Clifford. Michael began his career as a Demi-Chef de Partie at Gordon Ramsey’s Maze Grill that was headed by Jason Atherton. From there he went on to nurture his skills at the Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall before moving to Swissôtel The Howard in London in 2010. A year later, he went on to work as Chef de Partie on a Disney Cruise Line where he was responsible for the fine dining restaurant. Soon after, he joined the Gherkin’s 30|40 Restaurant and Bar as Chef de Partie working closely with Michelin star chef Arnaud Stevens. In 2012, Michael traveled across Australia, embarking on a culinary adventure working at various outlets throughout his travels. Additionally, while cruising the Bahamas, he gained invaluable experience working at one of the best restaurants at sea alongside three Michelin star chef Arnaus Lallement. Returning to the United Kingdom in 2013, Michael began working as Chef de Partie at Coworth Park, part of the Dorchester Collection. In 2014, he relocated to Dubai in the capacity of Junior Sous Chef at Geales Restaurant at Le Royal Meridian after which he moved to the Jumeirah Restaurant Group, heading the kitchen of The Ivy Dubai, Pier Chic and The Agency. Michael heads the kitchen at The Nine Gastropub, at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk and offers guest a unique neighborhood destination that provides the best traditional British recipes and home-cooked comforts with a contemporary twist.

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