Tadrai Island Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Chad Arthur as their Head Chef. Chef Chad will be joining the Tadrai team from his current position as Head Chef at Wahoo – Peregian Beach.
Chef Chad’s love of food was cemented at the tender age of 13 when he left school to pursue a chef’s apprenticeship. Since this time he has worked alongside a handful of highly regarded chefs both in Australia and South Africa, and counts the esteemed Chef George Jardine as an invaluable mentor. During his time as an apprentice chef at Kingfisher Bay Resort, Chad won the Gold Medal at the Tourism Training’s Sunshine Coast “Salon Culinaire” competition for the Senior Apprentice category.
Chad’s previous career highlights in Australia include; Chef de Partie at Sheraton Mirage on the Gold Coast, Sous Chef at Barzura in Sydney, Chef de Partie at Aromas at Noosa Heads, Chef de Partie at Berardo’s at Noosa Heads and most recently Head Chef at Wahoo Kitchen ~ Peregian Beach. Chad also worked a Sous Chef at Jardine Restaurant in Capetown ~ South Africa.
Commenting on his new role at Tadrai, Chad says “I am excited and really looking forward to working with the team at Tadrai. It is an honour to be involved with Fiji’s newest 5 star, luxury. boutique resort and implementing their new mouth watering menu in the stunning setting at Selena Cove. I look forward to bringing and sharing my extensive, successful experience gained from working in first-class hotels and fine dining restaurants with the kitchen team.”
Aaron McGrath, Tadrai Island Resort’s Managing Director, says “It is fantastic that Chef Chad is joining the Tadrai Island Resort team and we very much look forward to having him on board. His vast experience at in a number of esteemed establishments is something which will no doubt enhance our cuisine offering to our guests.”
Tadrai Island Resort has been created specifically for couples to savour the peace and tranquillity of a stunning palm-fringed cove and four private beaches. Not only is this sanctuary Fiji’s newest 5 star resort, it is also the first fully all inclusive, luxury, adults only retreat in the whole of the Mamanuca Island Group.
With only 5 deluxe villas, exclusivity and the ultimate in individual service are guaranteed. Each villa is beachfront, elegantly designed in Fijian style and complete with its own private plunge pool, giving you space to unwind in privacy. Attended by your personal butler throughout your stay, you can be assured your every need will be met, leaving you to relax without a care. Private in room dining and secluded picnics can be arranged, although the shared experience of dining in the signature restaurant, where Pacific Rim cuisine is prepared from the freshest of ingredients, particularly local seafood, is not to be missed.
The lavish services of the Alfresco Spa are available for those seeking a higher level of pampering, with the opportunity to be treated in your villa, should you wish. Additionally, for those days when you feel more energetic and want to do more than stroll along the beautiful shoreline or swim in the pool, there are a variety of activities and excursions available, which can be tailored to your individual interests
