Ahead of the highly anticipated opening of Fairmont Breakers Long Beach this fall, the hotel is pleased to announce key appointments to its renowned culinary and wellness teams, welcoming Jared Reeves as Executive Chef, Max Pfeiffer as Chef de Cuisine of Sky Room, Giuseppe A. Musso as Chef de Cuisine of Nettuno, and Natalie Smith as Spa Director. The team collectively brings over 60 years of hospitality experience, infusing unique perspectives and masterful expertise within their respective roles. A community cornerstone and a testament to the storied evolution of Long Beach, the new hotel will join Long Beach’s thriving culinary, art and hospitality scene.
A culinary destination within itself, Fairmont Breakers Long Beach will offer epicurean delights infused with locally-inspired touches across five distinct restaurant and bar concepts. From the rooftop bar to retro-inspired jazz club, the hotel will deliver an immersive experience for guests and locals alike. Notably, the hotel will revive iconic Long Beach fine-dining establishment, Sky Room and debut a new, Italian-inspired eatery, Nettuno. The Fairmont Spa will open as the region’s first luxury spa, serving as a serene sanctuary with innovative treatments and holistic approaches to wellness. The expansive spa will also offer a two-story fitness center, a relaxation room and a wide range of facials, massages and whole-body treatments. Further underscoring the vibrant coastal city’s cultural renaissance, the hotel has assembled a strong team of seasoned hospitality and wellness veterans to bring to life the unique spirit of the destination through one-of-a-kind epicurean and wellness offerings.
Jared Reeves, Executive Chef
Executive Chef Jared Reeves joins Fairmont Breakers Long Beach with over 15 years of international culinary expertise, spanning prestigious kitchens across the globe. Jared’s lifelong passion for cuisine dates back to childhood afternoons cooking with his grandmother. Originally from Kansas City, Chef Reeves honed his skills at Le Cordon Bleu in Sydney, as well as in Australia’s most iconic restaurants, including Lucio’s and The Wood’s Restaurant at Four Seasons Sydney. Returning to the U.S. in 2016, Jared played a pivotal role in the opening of Four Seasons New York Downtown and later joined Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa as Executive Sous Chef, where he earned accolades such as 2020 Leader of the Year. In his new role as Executive Chef, Jared will oversee the culinary program at Fairmont Breakers Long Beach, driving innovation and excellence across the hotel’s dining venues. With a passion for California’s terroir and fresh, farm-to-table ingredients, Chef Jared focuses on celebrating local producers with contemporary takes on classic dishes, bringing his creative flair and expertise to the culinary team at the new hotel.
Giuseppe A. Musso, Chef de Cuisine – Nettuno
Hailed as an acclaimed chef by the Long Beach community, Chef Giuseppe A. Musso will helm Nettuno, serving a seasonal menu inspired by authentic Italian home-cooked meals. Known for his innovative approach to Italian cuisine, Chef Giuseppe A. Musso brings nearly a decade of expertise and artistry to Nettuno, pushing the boundaries of Italian cuisine through dishes that marry his deep-rooted Italian heritage with modern techniques and global influences. With a prolific career, Chef Musso’s journey began in Forlì, Italy and has continued through some of Europe’s finest kitchens as well as leading renowned restaurants in Los Angeles. From mastering French cuisine at Negresco Hotel in Nice to embracing Spanish flavors in Lloret de Mar, Giuseppe has fused European flavors to create a one-of-a-kind culinary style. At Nettuno, innovative à la carte dishes highlight Chef Musso’s culinary talent and dexterity in creating vibrant, imaginative dishes, artfully blending both coastal Californian and Italian favorites.
Max Pfeiffer, Chef de Cuisine – Sky Room
A Long Beach native, Chef Max Pfeiffer brings a deep connection to the destination and a passion for fine dining to his new role as Chef de Cuisine at Sky Room. Growing up frequenting Sky Room, Max has a deep reverence and familiarity with the restaurant’s tradition and status as a legendary icon within the Long Beach community. A graduate of Cal State Long Beach, Max’s gastronomic career has since taken him across the country from the acclaimed Sotto in Cincinnati to top-tier restaurants in Southern California, including Roe and Michelin-starred Knife Pleat in Costa Mesa. Max’s homecoming to Long Beach will be a pivotal moment in his career – the talented chef is eager to elevate Sky Room’s dining experience through his unique local perspective and innovative culinary techniques.
Natalie Smith, Spa Director
Natalie Smith joins Fairmont Breakers Long Beach as Spa Director, bringing over 15 years of experience in luxury wellness and spa management. With a passion for hospitality and a commitment to holistic well-being, she is poised to elevate the new Fairmont Spa as the city’s only luxury spa and a premier destination for rejuvenation. A Texas native, Natalie is known for her innovative and guest-centered approach and holds advanced certifications in innovative skincare therapies. Prior to joining Fairmont Breakers, Natalie served as Assistant Spa Director at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, overseeing the largest Four Seasons spa in the United States. She also worked at Spa Talisa at Four Seasons Napa Valley and Four Seasons Resort Dallas at Las Colinas, where she honed her skills in managing large-scale spa operations. Holding a belief that wellness is both a luxury and a necessity, Natalie is committed to creating a sanctuary of holistic well-being, where guests can enjoy transformative experiences that nurture mind, body, and soul.
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