Hotel Arts Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Quinn Staple as Executive Chef. Staple will bring a new, innovative energy to the group’s culinary offerings, combining his enthusiastic approach to dining with his diverse culinary background.
Chef Quinn is no stranger to the Hotel Arts Group, playing an instrumental role in the opening of Yellow Door Bistro over four years ago. Showcasing his experience in French cuisine with contemporary influences and modern techniques, he has remained a driving force behind the success of the award-winning restaurant and is looking to bring the same fervor and passion to this new role.
“I’m looking forward to growing the exceptional reputation of the Hotel Arts brand, pushing creative boundaries to deliver unique and memorable encounters,” said Chef Quinn of the transition, “I’m fortunate that I’ll be able to continue working with a very strong and talented team to help achieve those goals.”
Staple cut his teeth at Canmore’s renowned Crazyweed Café. He then joined the Raw Bar team at Hotel Arts for a refreshing Asian-inspired change in style before conducting a stage at the distinguished Alinea, Grant Achatz’s modernist three-Michelin star restaurant in Chicago. Quinn was also part of the culinary team at Olives and a few other Calgary restaurants before taking the helm at Yellow Door Bistro. In addition to his past experience, Chef Quinn has been active in the Calgary community, participating in numerous charity events, competitions and culinary festivals. He was also recognized by Avenue Calgary as one of the five people to watch in Calgary’s culinary scene last year and will represent Yellow Door Bistro at the Gold Medal Plates competition in Calgary this November.
As Executive Chef, Staple will lead the teams at the group’s three distinguished restaurants – Raw Bar, Yellow Door Bistro and the newest addition, Oxbow at the Kensington Riverside Inn. Chef Quinn will also oversee the group’s in-room dining, banquets, as well as offsite catering, all ranging from small meetings to large parties and events throughout the city.
“Quinn has a curious and creative outlook and is a talented leader,” comments Mark Wilson, General Manager and Vice President of Hotel Arts Group. “Under his direction, our team will continue to offer the exceptional culinary adventures that Hotel Arts Group is known for.”
