Famous Alumni

Graduated in 2011, chef-owner of Casa 201 restaurant in Sao Paulo, 1 Michelin star.

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts in 2012, he is now a 3-star chef at the Quattro Passi restaurant in Italy.

Head chef at the three-star restaurant Le Bois Sans Feuilles – Maison Troisgros in Ouches, he won the title of Chef of the Year 2026. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts in 2007.

Hrishikesh is originally from India and graduated from the Bachelor in Culinary Arts (class of 2002). He is now a 1-star chef and Managing Director of Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant, a Michelin-starred establishment located in England.

A 2011 graduate of our Bachelor in International Hospitality Management, Anastasiia built her career within major luxury hospitality brands internationally: Kempinski in Saint Petersburg, Hyatt in Moscow, Grand Hyatt in Abu Dhabi, and One&Only Resorts in Dubai. She now serves as Director of Resident Services and Lifestyle at Aldar Estates, a real estate developer in […]

A graduate of Institut Lyfe’s 2011 Bachelor in Culinary Arts class, Emily Roux grew up in a French-British family of restaurateurs, where gastronomy always held a central place. After honing her skills at several renowned establishments in France, including Louis XV in Monaco, Le 39V and Akrame in Paris, she returned to London to bring […]

Graduated in 2001 and President of the 2021 Bocuse d’Or jury, she is now the Chef and owner of three restaurants in Paris: Neva Cuisine, Coretta, and Taco Mesa.

A graduate of our Bachelor in Hospitality and Restaurant Management in 2020, she co-founded Ephemera with Annaïg Ferrand, also an Institut Lyfe alumna—a group specializing in immersive dining experiences.

A graduate of the MSc in International Hospitality Management in 2020, he has been working for four years with the Big Mamma group, gaining experience in London, Madrid, and Paris.

A 2021 graduate of our MSc in International Hospitality Management, she is now a partner within the real estate group JLL, achieving this role with only two years of tenure at the company.

Paris, Dubai, Cannes… Pierrick has built a remarkable career with increasing responsibilities. After six years as Executive Chef at Gray d’Albion** and Le Majestic*****, he is now the Executive Chef at Mondrian*****.

A 2017 graduate of our Bachelor in Culinary Arts, he went on to work at the Palace Plaza and the Belleval** hotel. He also competed in Top Chef in 2023 and launched his own pop-up restaurant in Paris in early 2024.**

A 2017 graduate of our Bachelor in Culinary Arts, he went on to work at the Palace Plaza and the Belleval**** hotel. He also competed in Top Chef in 2023 and launched his own pop-up restaurant in Paris in early 2024.

A 2024 graduate, she was appointed Events and F&B Coordinator at the 5-star Eden Rock Hotel in Saint Barthélemy.

A 2018 graduate of our Bachelor in Hospitality and Restaurant Management with a specialization in wine and beverages, he founded Wepicurien the same year—an e-commerce business dedicated to French wines and gastronomy.

After completing her Bachelor’s in International Hospitality & Restaurant Management in 2016 and her MSc in International Hospitality Management in 2018, Ophélie worked in various luxury hotels, including the Prince de Galles (5) and the Black Bass (5).

A graduate of our Bachelor in Culinary Arts (Class of 2010), she is one of the few Michelin-starred chefs in France. Her family restaurant, which she took over in 2015 – Hostellerie de la Pointe Saint Mathieu – was awarded its first Michelin star in 2019. Prior to this, she worked alongside renowned chefs such […]

Andres graduated in 2021. He works as a Lead Chef and Coordinator for Häagen-Dazs on the New Product Development project. He joined Häagen-Dazs as an intern following his Master’s program and has since progressed to the role of ITQ Corporate Chef, which he currently holds.

A graduate of our Bachelor in Culinary Arts and our Master’s in Culinary Leadership & Innovation, Julien worked as a Chef & Culinary Project Leader in our Research Center before moving to Switzerland to join the Nestlé Group.

Founder of Maison Tara, chef consultant, and cookbook author, our 2013 Culinary Arts graduate has built an impressive international career.

Paris, Copenhagen, Beirut, London… Yasmina has worked all around the world. Today, she is the co-owner of the Em Sherif restaurant group located in London’s iconic Harrods and was awarded the Young Chef Award 2025 in Abu Dhabi.

Front Office Manager, Deputy Director, General Manager, Luc worked at the Royal Plaza in Montreux (5*) for over 7 years. He has now held the position of General Manager at the Grand Hôtel de Lac (5*) in Switzerland for 11 years.

Graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor in Culinary Arts, Zhanxu was awarded the Young Chef Prize by the Michelin Guide Beijing in 2024 as the Head Chef of the fine dining restaurant Qulangyuan. She has gained experience in prestigious establishments such as the three-Michelin-starred Alain Ducasse restaurant, the Plaza Athénée hotel, the one-starred OKA in […]

Before embarking on the opening of her chalet alongside Thomas Flachaire (class of 2018), Estelle built a strong background in the luxury hospitality sector, working with GL Events, Relais & Châteaux, and the Troisgros family.

Graduated in 1999, culinary consultant, she joined the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France in March 2010. In 2015, the Mandarin Oriental Marrakech Hotel entrusted her with the management of the kitchen of its gourmet restaurant, Mes’Lalla

A 2004 graduate, she won a Michelin star in 2020 for her restaurant Les Apothicaires and she has opened a new restaurant at Lyon 6 : Ombellule.

2010 graduate, co-founder of Wecandoo

A 2006 graduate, who left for the United States to become an entrepreneur and baker in Miami, he won the prize for Best Croissant in Florida

Graduated 2006

2007 graduate, Winners of the Bocuse & Co 2017 Entrepreneurs Trophy, Chef of his restaurant Bocavaldivia and member of the jury for the Bocuse d’Or 2023

A 2009 graduate, winner of the Gault & Millau endowment for young talents 2016, he won a Michelin star for his restaurant, La Condesa, in 2019

A 2017 graduate, valedictorian, she is the first woman to represent France for the Bocuse d’Or 2023, and the youngest candidate in the competition

After a Bachelor in Culinary Arts, Ali continued his journey at Institut Lyfe by joining the MSc in Management & Culinary Leadership (MCLI). Originally from Tunisia, he gained international experience through various opportunities before settling in New York, United States. There, he founded Artality, a consulting firm specializing in guest experience for luxury hotels and […]

Nabil completed his Master’s in Hospitality Management in 2011. After working at Marriott International in Casablanca as Project Opening General Manager, he joined the Westmont Hospitality Group as Development & Investment Director for Morocco.

Originally from Niger and a graduate of Master of Science in Culinary Leadership & Innovation (2018), Omaka Marie Orubu has established herself as a recognized chef on the international culinary scene. In Abu Dhabi, she leads the kitchens of Taparelle Restaurant and NIRI Restaurant & Bar, a Michelin Guide–recognized address named Best Restaurant in Abu […]

A 2019 graduate of the MSc International Hospitality Management, after several experiences in Human Resources within major hotel establishments and prestigious groups, she is now Global HR Director, overseeing the development of the Loulou Restaurants group in France and internationally by leading recruitment, talent development, and HR strategy.

A 2006 graduate of the Bachelor in Culinary Arts, Charly Terrade built an international career: he contributed to the opening of several establishments for the Alain Ducasse Group in New York, Washington, and Puerto Rico, before continuing his path in Shanghai and Singapore, where he led large-scale restaurant projects and operations. Back in Lyon, he […]

A 2016 graduate of the Bachelor in International Hospitality Management, Léonard Labadens quickly steered his career toward strategy and business development within major groups such as Pernod Ricard, Martell Mumm Perrier-Jouët, and Havana Club. His path reflects the breadth of opportunities the hospitality sector offers — a field where management skills open doors far beyond […]

He graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor’s degree in International Hospitality & Catering Management. He is currently General Manager at the 5-star Shutters On The Beach hotel in Santa Monica (USA). Watch his interview on our YouTube channel.