Cambridge, Md. (January 3, 2024) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces Robert Donis as Executive Chef. In his role, Donis will oversee all of the resort’s culinary operations, from mentoring his team and inspiring a new generation of culinarians to ensuring unforgettable food and beverage experiences for guests.
“We are thrilled to welcome Robert Donis to our incredible resort team,” said Shane Nicolopoulos, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “Robert’s extensive experience paired with his dedication to helping his team flourish and grow while offering delicious dining experiences for our guests, makes him an amazing addition to our team.”
Donis realized his interest in cooking at a young age. He and his mother would watch the “Galloping Gourmet” television show and then work together to make creations in the kitchen. While he originally received his Associates Degree in Political Science from Rutgers University in New Jersey, he decided to focus on a career in the culinary field and graduated from the Culinary Institutes of America in 1994.
He began his career as an intern and trainee at several restaurants around the country including The Lark Creek Inn in San Francisco, Le Bec-Fin in Philadelphia, La Côte Basque in New York City, and others.
His tenure with Hyatt began in 1996 as the Chef de Cuisine at Park Hyatt Washington D.C. He progressed his career within the company working at hotels around the country, from opening Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Florida to serving as Executive Chef at Hyatt Regency Austin in Texas.
For nearly a decade, Donis served as the University Chef for the Office of the President at George Washington University (GWU) in Washington D.C. While at the university, he oversaw menus for special events and created a culinary medicine program in collaboration with the GWU School of Medicine designed to enhance community health.
Donis’ cooking style focuses on creating dishes that are not muddled with complexity or competing tastes. His menus heavily showcase seasonality, regionality, and ingredients sourced from local farmers, ranchers, and watermen. At Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay, Donis looks forward to incorporating the best food from the Bay, from blue crab and oysters to rockfish and bay scallops, along with local rums, seasonings, grains, and market produce.
“I am very excited to be a part of the amazing team at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay,” said Donis. “In addition to ensuring incredible dining experiences for our guests, I look forward to working with my team of chefs as they grow their careers and passion for food while helping them reach their goals both personally and professionally.”
Dedicated to making a difference in his community, Donis has volunteered for several organization including DC Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, DC Central Kitchen, and Habitat for Humanity. He also prepared and delivered weekly meals to a local shelter during his time working as the Executive Chef at Hyatt Regency Austin.
For more information or to book a stay at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, please visit hyattregencychesapeakebay.com, or call (410) 901-1234.
About Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina
Situated on 342 acres on the Eastern Shore of Chesapeake Bay, Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina provides an unforgettable destination for business and leisure travelers. The AAA Four Diamond resort features 400 comfortable and modern guestrooms, renovated ballrooms for events, and more than 37,000 square feet of indoor function space complemented by more than 85,000 square feet of flexible outdoor event areas and terraces. Amenities include 18 holes of pristine golf running along the Choptank River at the River Marsh Golf Club, the full-service Sago Spa & Salon, and a 150-slip marina with both fixed and floating docks. The golf club also features a state-of-the-art golf simulator “The Cove” for year-round play. As a waterfront destination, the resort provides several water sports and activities including kayak, paddleboard, jet ski, powerboat, and catamaran rentals; multiple pool options including an outdoor infinity pool overlooking the river, an outdoor activity pool with a water slide, and the glass-enclosed Water Garden featuring a heated indoor pool, and indoor/outdoor hot tub, and dive-in movies throughout the year. The resort features a plethora of regionally-inspired dining options at its on-site restaurants including the Blue Point Provision Company, Water’s Edge Grill, Bay Country Market, Dock’s Poolside, Michener’s Library, Eagle’s Nest Bar & Grille, and the Off the Rook waterfront bar. To learn more, call (410) 901-1234 or visit HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay.com. Follow @HyattChesapeake on Instagram and @HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay on Facebook.
About Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters most to them. More than 175 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #AtHyattRegency.
