The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi has appointed Matthias Stuber as Executive Chef, bringing more than 20 years of international culinary experience to the luxury resort. His professional background spans Europe, the Middle East, Central America and Southeast Asia, including senior culinary positions with Marriott International’s luxury and premium hotel brands.
Stuber joins the Malaysian resort following three years in Bali, where his experience included serving as Executive Chef at SOORI Bali. In his new position, he oversees the resort’s four dining venues, kitchen operations and menu development, with an emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients.
This appointment supports Marriott’s organisational growth, contributing to leadership appointments in hospitality.Matthias Stuber Takes Charge of Culinary Operations
As Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Stuber is responsible for overseeing culinary operations across the resort’s four dining venues.
His responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, coordinating culinary teams and developing menus that reflect the property’s dining concepts.
A key aspect of his role involves incorporating locally sourced and seasonal ingredients into the resort’s culinary offerings.
This includes produce cultivated at the property’s on-site Nibong Garden, supporting the integration of fresh ingredients into menu planning.
Previous Role at SOORI Bali
Before joining The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Stuber spent three years in Bali, Indonesia.
During this period, he served as Executive Chef at SOORI Bali, gaining further experience in luxury resort dining and culinary management.
His time in Bali added to his professional background in Southeast Asia, following earlier assignments across several international hospitality markets.
The experience contributes to his understanding of resort culinary operations and the development of dining experiences suited to international travellers.
Executive Chef Experience Across International Hotels
Stuber’s professional career includes Executive Chef appointments at several internationally recognised hospitality properties.
Before his Bali tenure, he held culinary leadership positions at Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection, in Central America, and Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, in Doha, Qatar.
He also served as Executive Chef at the former Roomers Munich, Autograph Collection, in Germany.
These assignments provided experience across luxury resorts, international hotels and diverse culinary markets.
His professional background includes managing kitchen operations and developing dining concepts within different hospitality environments.
Early Career with Kempinski and Michelin-Starred Restaurants
Earlier in his career, Stuber worked with Kempinski hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants in Germany.
These assignments formed part of his early culinary development and provided exposure to established European culinary practices.
His experience in Germany preceded an international career spanning more than two decades.
The combination of restaurant and hotel experience has contributed to his professional background in culinary operations, menu development and kitchen management.
Certified Nutritionist and Published Author
In addition to his professional culinary experience, Stuber is a certified nutritionist and published author.
His qualifications extend beyond traditional kitchen management to include knowledge of nutrition and food-related subjects.
This background complements his responsibilities in developing menus that incorporate seasonal ingredients and reflect contemporary dining preferences.
His appointment brings a combination of international culinary leadership and nutrition-related expertise to The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi.
Focus on Local Ingredients and Nibong Garden
At The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Stuber will focus on incorporating local and seasonal produce into the resort’s dining experiences.
The property’s on-site Nibong Garden provides an additional source of ingredients for culinary preparations.
His responsibilities will include overseeing the four dining venues while maintaining consistency in kitchen operations and menu execution.
With experience across luxury hotels and resorts in Europe, the Middle East, Central America and Southeast Asia, Stuber takes on the culinary leadership position at The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, bringing more than two decades of international experience to the Malaysian property.
