Chef Oluwatobi Taiwo

Chef At Home in Arlington
Chef Oluwatobi Taiwo

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I’m a trained professional chef known for crafting elevated personalized dining experiences that blend refined technique

I'm a dedicated culinary professional with over 8 years of experience working in high-end kitchens across Dubai, on a cruise ship, and in Texas, including Monno

Italian Restaurant in Dubai. I specialize in managing high-volume operations, seasonal menu development ,and team leadership in both union and fine dining environments. Currently, I'm a Sous Chef at all the outlets in the Marriott Hotel, where I rotate through all stations—from breakfast to overnight—supporting and expediting VIP services at the Toro Toro Steakhouse and training seasonal staff.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

Is about knowing that texture is the conductor of flavors

I learned to cook at...

Nigeria, where I discovered my passion for cooking and later refined my craft in Dubai, on cruise ships, and The states

A cooking secret...

Being organized and understanding the fundamental of building flavors from scratch.

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