Jean Baptiste Molinari
Jean Baptiste Molinari | |
|---|---|
| Born | 25 April France |
| Occupation | Chef |
| Known for | Michelin star (1995), executive chef at Dromoland Castle |
Jean Baptiste Molinari (born 25 April) is a French culinary professional who previously held the position of executive chef at Dromoland Castle in County Clare, Ireland. He is presently the chef de cuisine at Compass Group, a UK-based food service company. In 1995, he was awarded a Michelin star.
Biography
Coming from a family with strong culinary ties, Molinari’s grandfather collaborated with Auguste Escoffier, and his father gained recognition as a chef in both England and Scotland. He launched his culinary journey at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo in Monaco, progressing swiftly from 3rd commis chef to chef de partie. Renowned head chef Alain Ducasse chose him for advancement to chef de cuisine in Ireland. Molinari joined Dromoland Castle in 1988, where he eventually became executive chef and earned a Michelin star in 1995.
Following his departure from Dromoland Castle in 1995, he took up a role at the Beau-Rivage Hotel in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, remaining there until 2012. Subsequently, he worked with Mader SA as a pâtissier and traiteur before assuming his current position as chef de cuisine at Compass Group (Suisse) SA in 2013.
During his tenure at Dromoland Castle, his hallmark creation was "Lobster Fricassee." Additionally, Molinari featured in two installments of the World Class Cuisine television series, where he presented dishes such as "Brown-Bread Souffle" and "Lobster with cabbage."
Awards
- Michelin star: 1995.