i. Biography
Coming Up
Training at Burton Technical College gave Robin Zavou the technical base for a career now split between Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, where he has served as Executive Chef since 2012, and MANO Restaurant in Haarlem, where he works as chef. The work asks for two different rhythms — hotel scale and restaurant scale — and he has held both posts with the same controlled approach.
Where They Are Now
At Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, the executive-chef role means carrying an established hotel kitchen while keeping it moving forward. At MANO Restaurant in Haarlem, the chef role demands a different pace, but the standard remains the same. Zavou’s work now sits between those two settings, each drawing on the discipline that shaped his training.
In Their Words “I am excited to carry the hotel’s legacy, working with experienced chefs, mixologists, sommeliers and an executive team to shape new traditions for the generations to come.” “Cooking is all I ever wanted to do as food played an important role in my family.”
Career - Executive Chef — Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, Hong Kong (2012–present) - Chef — MANO Restaurant, Haarlem, Netherlands Education: Burton Technical College
FAQ What is Robin Zavou's current role? As of 2026, Robin Zavou is Executive Chef. Where did Robin Zavou train or study? Robin Zavou trained at Burton Technical College.
