Routten previously worked at the Epicurean for 5 years before his promotion to general manager of Dunedin’s Fenway Hotel. Hyatt served as Fenway Hotel’s executive chef when the hotel first opened in 2018.
Routten began his career as a front desk host at Mainsail Suites Hotel & Conference Center while working his way up through the ranks to become general manager or Fenway Hotel in 2018.
“Not many people know the Epicurean as well as Shawn, who assisted us in opening the property and working in various positions at this unique, culinary-themed boutique hotel,” said Joe Collier, President, Mainsail Lodging & Development. “And we’re fortunate to have Adam return to the Mainsail family; his knowledge of the properties, expertise in the kitchen, and history with Shawn are definitely a recipe for success at the Epicurean.”
Hyatt will oversee culinary operations at Epicurean’s signature Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar and EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge eateries plus the food and beverage offerings for the hotel’s 5,200-sq. ft. of meeting space. Hyatt’s most recent position was executive chef at Armature Works’ Steelbach.
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This article appears in Mar 4-10, 2021.