Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills Appoints Mitch Austin as Executive Chef

(29 Oct 2021) The Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills has appointed Mitch Austin as Executive Chef, overseeing all food and beverage outlets, including Culina Ristorante, Windows Lounge, Cabana Restaurant, In-Room Dining and Banquets.

After graduating from the Culinary Arts and Hotel Management school in Santa Barbara, Mitch started his career cooking for restaurants such as the San Ysidro Ranch and Spirtland Bistro.

It was not long before his love and passion for the flavours of Southern California brought him to Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and in 2010 Mitch joined Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village to further pursue his career.

During his time at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, Mitch participated in a variety of culinary projects at the California Health and Longevity Institute including teaching wellness cooking classes alongside Paulette Lambert.

In addition to rolling sushi alongside Chef de Cuisine Masa Shimakawa of Onyx, Mitch also continued to craft his culinary expertise while under Executive Chefs Jesse Hanson and Alexander la Motte.

Since joining Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills as a Sous Chef in 2017, Mitch has spearheaded multiple wellness programs including a Matthew Kenney pop-up vegan restaurant within the hotel, and has made a strong impact on the kitchen culture.

“We are excited for Chef Mitch Austin to take this powerful next step in his culinary career at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. After successfully rising through the ranks and cementing himself as a critical member of our team, Chef Mitch Austin will be instrumental in setting the future culinary direction of the Hotel,” said Michael Newcombe, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.