SEATTLE, Wash. – Noble House Hotels & Resorts, Ltd. (NHHR) – a collection of luxury hotels and resorts – proudly announces the appointment of Stephen Belie as Executive Chef to Gateway Canyons, located southwest of Grand Junction in Gateway, Colorado. In this role, Belie will oversee all culinary operations for Gateway Canyons and its signature restaurants, which feature superior Colorado cuisine and offers a discriminating wine selection in an al fresco, serene setting.
“We’re extremely excited about the unique blend of creativity and the level of passion for cuisine that Chef Stephen Belie will bring to Gateway Canyons,” said Rudy Sharp, Vice President and Managing Director of Gateway Canyons Resort. “His experience and ability to master new techniques in the kitchen exemplifies what an incredible asset he is to the team.”
Boasting 14 years of professional cooking and kitchen management experience, Chef Stephen Belie has an established history of success in high volume scratch kitchens, four-star hotel operations, catering, and boutique destination restaurants. Driven by his passion for food, flawless service and commitment to creating memorable guest experiences, the critically acclaimed chef is best known for his consistent and verifiable experience in innovative menu creation and engineering, the implementation and management of culinary systems, staff training and accountability programs, as well as opening and operating successful multiple outlet and high volume operations.
Cradled in the shadow of the Palisade rock formation and fringing the Moab Desert, Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks unveils Gateway Canyons Resort, created to nourish guests’ curiosity through intellectual stimulation and adventure within a naturally intriguing environment. Boasting luxury accommodations and breathtaking views within the spectacular red rock canyons of western Colorado, Gateway Canyons Resort – part of the Noble House Hotels & Resorts collection – caters to the most discerning traveler with savory dining options at Entrada Restaurant, wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, private tours aboard luxury aircraft, with privileged access to more than 100 years of automotive history at the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum, a generous network of riding trails surrounding the resort’s first-class equestrian center, The Stables, in addition to a variety of self-selected experiential activities offered through the Curiosity Adventure program and on-site Adventure Center.
With a philosophy that emphasizes “location, distinction and soul,” Noble House Hotels & Resorts reflects the appearance of individuality. Identifying each property for its culture and appeal, Noble House is unwavering in its dedication to create and manage unique, quality properties that reflect and make profound contributions to their communities, staying true to the local history, culture and ambiance that defines each region.
For more information, call Gateway Canyons Resort at 1-866-671-4733 or visit www.gatewaycanyons.com. Gateway Canyons is located at 43200 Hwy 141, Gateway, Colo. 81522
