David Perez
Hawksmoor
David Perez is a seasoned culinary leader with over 25 years of experience at some of the world’s most respected restaurants and hospitality groups. As U.S. Corporate Chef for Hawksmoor, he oversees culinary operations for the acclaimed British steakhouse’s American expansion—driving menu development, ingredient... READ MORE
David Perez is a seasoned culinary leader with over 25 years of experience at some of the world’s most respected restaurants and hospitality groups. As U.S. Corporate Chef for Hawksmoor, he oversees culinary operations for the acclaimed British steakhouse’s American expansion—driving menu development, ingredient sourcing, and operational excellence while upholding the consistency and quality that have become hallmarks of the Hawksmoor brand. A passionate advocate for sustainable sourcing, David works directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers to offer a dynamic variety of the best natural cuts of meat. He is focused on developing real seasonality within the steakhouse format — an uncommon but intentional approach that brings freshness and depth to the menu. David’s cooking philosophy balances refined technique with bold, ingredient-driven flavors, grounded in seasonality, tradition, and innovation. Whether leading large-scale operations or collaborating on intimate dinners, he brings unwavering attention to detail and a love of hospitality to everything he does. Previously, David held leadership roles at Estiatorio Milos and Cipriani USA, leading global. openings and building high-performing teams in cities including New York, London, Montreal, Hong Kong, and Beverly Hills.
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