Pattaya Hotel Executives: A Culinary Visionary Joins Melia Pattaya
Melia Pattaya Hotel has appointed seasoned hospitality professional Peter Laird as its new Director of Food and Beverage. With more than two decades of international experience across Asia and Europe, Laird is set to elevate the culinary and beverage landscape of the 234-room beachfront property. His appointment marks another strategic move in the hotel’s mission to strengthen its dining identity and deliver world-class hospitality.
Melia Pattaya welcomes industry veteran Peter Laird as its new F&B Director, signaling a bold step toward transforming the hotel’s dining identity and guest experience.
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Shaping Pattaya’s Dining Scene
According to this Pattaya Hotel Executives news report, Peter Laird will oversee the development of innovative culinary concepts, refined beverage programs, and guest-centric dining experiences across Melia Pattaya’s restaurants and bars. Among his key responsibilities are managing operations and ensuring profitability while upholding the brand’s high standards of service. The property’s diverse outlets include Yitong Chinese Restaurant & Sky Bar—known for its modern Cantonese and Sichuan offerings—Sanehh Sarae, an all-day dining restaurant specializing in locally sourced seafood, and Den, a Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei concept that blends exotic flavors with contemporary presentation.
A Proven Hospitality Leader
Laird, who has been based in Thailand since 2018, brings valuable leadership experience from his previous role as Director of Food and Beverage at Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort. His earlier tenure as Assistant Director of F&B at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit saw him play a pivotal role in the successful launch of Belga Rooftop Bar & Brasserie, one of the capital’s top dining destinations. Before moving to Thailand, Laird honed his managerial skills across the UK, serving as Banquets and Events Manager at Matfen Hall Golf & Spa Hotel, and later as General Manager for popular venues including All Bar One and Brouge Twickenham.
Leadership Philosophy and Vision
Melia Pattaya’s General Manager, Javier Gimeno, described Laird as “a results-driven and versatile professional with a proven record of developing standout projects, identifying growth opportunities, and inspiring teams to deliver excellence.” Laird, in turn, emphasized his belief in empowering his staff, stating, “You’re only as good as your team. When we hire the right people and nurture their growth, we’re setting the stage for success.”
Laird’s arrival signals an exciting new chapter for Melia Pattaya’s F&B division, promising fresh creativity, enhanced training standards, and an elevated dining experience that could redefine Pattaya’s restaurant scene. Guests can look forward to innovative menus, improved service delivery, and a stronger culinary identity under his leadership.
Melia Pattaya’s new direction in food and beverage operations reflects its broader goal to position itself as a premier hospitality landmark in Thailand’s vibrant coastal destination. With Peter Laird at the helm, the future looks flavorful and full of promise.
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